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| Spectacular vista from table mountain |
Table Mountain,
the world heritage site was voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. As
a mountain goat (born in the Western Cape) I could not resist to get all
emotional and nostalgic. Brought on by the fact that it is the almost the end
of a rather hectic year.
The summer recess is imminent and I must be feeling homesick – this after migrating to the Highveld many, many years
ago. Maybe it’s the desire within to get
closer to nature – or worse, to escape Johannesburg for all the right reasons.
Dare I say, it rates as one of the ugliest cities in the world – especially
during the dry, cold and colourless winters. There are no mountains (only koppies), or a major
river and there is no sound of waves crushing down on sandy shores.
Although I hated the Cape’s wet winters and the hectic South Easter (wind),
nothing beats the Cape beaches, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Point and the Wine
Route, etc., etc., etc. An absolutely fabulous holiday destination.
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| up the mountain in 1995-6 |
When last have
you taken the cableway up Table Mountain? The images above show me on the
Mountain in1995-6. I was particularly impressed with the amazing landscape
architectural structures from which to enjoy the many spectacular vistas of the
Western Cape.
Beautifully designed and constructed with classical lines
reminiscent of yacht’s bow. (seen here on the left). Table
Mountain Aerial Cableway Company was recently accredited for their efforts in
environmental and social responsible tourism in Southern Africa. They were
declared the overall winner at the Imvelo Responsible Tourism Awards. All
drinking water, sewage and waste is transported via the cable car.
For a virtual
experience visit the following site Table Mountain - a 720 degrees
virtual view from the top (scroll down on the link provided). An absolute must see if you cant get there in person.
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| The Amazon |
The six other new seven wonders of the world are the Amazon in South America, Halong Bay in Vietnam,
Iguazu Falls in Argentina, Jeju Island in South Korea, Komodo Island in
Indonesia and the Puerto Princesa Underground River in the Philippines.
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| Komodo Island |
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| Puerto Princesa Underground River |
1 comment:
Great photos, enjoyed the tour.
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