Cape Town

Cape Town – Coastal Capital and Natural Icon

Description
Cape Town is South Africa’s legislative capital, famed for dramatic landscapes, beaches, and cultural diversity.

Geography
Southwestern South Africa
Between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean
Mediterranean climate

History
Founded as a Dutch supply station in 1652
Colonial and maritime heritage
Key site in anti-apartheid history

Culture
Multicultural society
Food, wine, and arts scene
Strong outdoor lifestyle

Economy
Tourism
Port and shipping
Creative industries and finance

Tourism & Attractions
Table Mountain
Cape Peninsula
V&A Waterfront
Robben Island