Provinces: Western Cape
Western Cape The Western Cape is a South African province with coasts bordering the Indian and Atlantic oceans. It's known for the port city of Cape Town, set beneath Table Mountain, part of a national park of the same name. In Table Bay, Robben Island is the notorious prison that once detained former president, Nelson Mandela, and is now a living museum. Farther Population: afield, winelands surround historical towns ± 6.5 million like Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl.
What is the Western Cape known for? The oldest city in South Africa, Cape Town, also called ‘The Mother City’, is here. The Western Cape is known for its wine production and vineyards. The winelands are divided into six main regions: Boberg, Breede River Valley, Cape South Coast, Coastal Region, Klein Karoo and Olifants River. Each has unique climate, topography and fertile soil. Cape Winelands Ferris Wheel - V & A Waterfront
The Western Cape (with Cape Town as its capital) boasts a heady mix of mountains, vineyards, and oceans that appeal to millions of visitors annually. More than any other province its attractions border on iconic and, as a result, the province is the most popular for foreign visitors. Why is the Western Cape a wonderful destination? The holiday destinations in the Western Cape are South Africa's premier tourist attraction; places where visitors can experience the Cape's natural beauty,
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