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Cape Town South Africa
OH CAPE TOWN 🇿🇦 Can’t believe it’s already one year ago since I had the chance to visit South Africa thanks to @radissonhotels ! It was actually my last trip overseas 😭 So to celebrate it, here is a series of pictures taken around Cape Town, where we had a blast exploring the city and its surroundings. Definitely one of my favorite memories from last year !
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Halloween.
I've been looking to buy an apartment in the area, and went to check out the mall. I have to admit, I kinda gave up on this center a few years back... The area is so amazing, but this mall never seemed to tap into it.
BUT the place is looking so much better now. No more closed shops, and tenants upped their game with the shops looking stunning. And the negative vibe seemed to have gone, everywhere I went the people were friendly. Loved the lunch special at Lulu's Bar at R80, good value. The Spar there is an institution, glad to see the standards are still high. A few other gems worth noting is the Listening Room (audiophiles will love the old school "valve" approach to high quality sound). And Baraka's new larger store has brought a lot of energy to the Jarvis Street side.
Also a tip: there is lots of indoor parking, but I've always missed it. Try entering the parkade from the Dixon Street side (coming off Somerset Rd), and once inside turn left up the ramp. I was amazed to discovered 2 floors of parking I never knew about ! !
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Halloween2021
One of the historical places I would like to recommend is the Cape Town Holocaust and Genocide Centre, especially to those who love learning about the history of cultures or communities. The South African Jews have a European heritage and many of them were holocaust survivors who have vivid memories of the atrocities committed against Jews, during World War 2. The migration of these survivors and those who took refuge in South Africa, was the beginning of the Jewish Community in South Africa and this community has no doubt enriched the country and contributed to its political, cultural and economic growth.
The Cape Town Holocaust and Genocide Centre is an excellent records/documentation/archival venue which provides the public with a rich variety of sources in the form of photos, videos, and other memorabilia. There is also a section in the centre where you can sit down and watch holocaust survivors give their individual stories and experiences.
Also, there is a cafe where you can rest and enjoy a cup of coffee and snacks or a meal. There is also a Jewish Library which you are also welcome to visit. And on the opposite side there is an historical museum. Please note that when you enter the property, you are expected to show your passport or ID to the security guard and your bags will be scanned. Also please remember that the holocaust centre is free but there is fee required for the museum.
Overall a very interesting tour !!!
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Halloween.
Many vendors have set up stalls in the Green Street park area. After reading previous reviews, we did not expect much but we were greatly surprised at the variety, quality and unique souvenirs. Sure some of the vendors wanted us to look at their merchandise but we have experienced very aggressive vendors in Mexico and these do not compare to them at all. The prices are inflated but the vendors expect to barter with you. Do not go if you do not want to barter for lower prices. I bought some scarves with elephants and zebras. We bought a springbok skin that was beautiful and reasonably priced. My son found an African designed stone plate and my daughter found a silver Tree of Life necklace. We have seen the exact same merchandise in brick and mortar stores and the prices are a lot higher especially in the V& A Waterfront. Highly recommend shopping here. We only paid in cash and not sure that credit cards are accepted !!
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Halloween2021.
I ended up walking through this Centre several times as it was where the shuttle to my hotel was located. This gave me the chance to explore the Centre in some detail. Lots of well known international shops, some local shops and a mixture of restaurants and other type of retail places. Bright, fairly new, kept clean and serviced, with good access to the V&A Harbor. Lots of restaurants both inside the Centre as well as some at the very end of it close to the waterfront. Something for everyone.
I enjoyed checking the Centre out. It is well designed and fits right into the waterfront. Well worth checking out when you are at the V&A waterfront !!!
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Halloween2021.
Unfortunately we came here on a terrible day, poor visibility, wind and rain. We visited Cape Point and rode the funicular to the lighthouse. There was a long queue going up and down. My husband went straight to the lighthouse but the view is no better at the top. Despite the poor visibility, I could see the rocks below and the beach.
We also visited the Cape of Good Hope. Due to the weather, the waves literally hit the shore. There's a sign there you can stand behind for a photo.
Unfortunately we didn't see the baboons and it wasn't clear where to go to see them. We have a backup map which helps a bit in getting around. On our way out we went to the information center because we wanted to have lunch. There are toilets but no shops or cafes. 😍😍😍
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Halloween2021
This was a superb tour and I have to say that Trace Downing-Adamo, our tour guide, made the story come alive. If you are expecting a dry monologue on the workings of the operation this couldn't be further from that perception. (although we had two medical students on the tour who found everything interesting). Also, they went to the effort of getting Madame Tussauds to make all of the figures which i think shows that they have put thought in to the exhibition.
The tour gives almost as much time to the stories behind the operation - the donor and the recipient, as well as a realistic portrayal of Dr Christian Barnard. There was real pride in the fact that South Africa achieved this milestone in medicine, but tempered with realistic assessment of the type of man the Doctor was. This was a fascinating (under the radar) tour and having been bitterly disappointed by Robben island in the morning this visit more than made up for that !
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Halloween2021.
I knew already a lot about diamonds, because I read about them and visited diamond museum in Brugge, Belgium, but something like that in South Africa is must see. Why? Becasue South Africa prodcues a lot of diamonds! The best mines are here!
So first its a free excursion. Stella was very friendly and energetic guide with deep knowledge. I learnt a lot from her! She had a patience with my zillions questions! I was satisfied. Its not like classic museum, but more practical one, because at the end you can see the juwelers at work! Its fascinating! So, my pleasure, many thanks to Stella and all Shimansky team.
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Halloween2021
This is not a full day event so you only need an hour to experience it. This is the cannon fire that you can hear all over Cape Town at noon every day. We arrived at 11.15am via an Uber and had a look around, taking photos of the various guns and the superb views over Cape Town before any crowds arrived. Then the current custodian, Chief Petty Officer Samson, arrived and gave us a short but interesting talk on the history of the cannons and told what was going to happen. He then loaded the cannon with black powder and asked us to move about 25 m away as the gun was VERY loud (170 db).
He gave us a countdown to the guns firing and that helped us to time our photos to catch the white smoke that issues from the cannon when it fires.
Great thing to do in the middle of the day, especially as it is free to attend, and one we will remember for years to come...
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