Visit The Southern Tip Of Africa, Cape Town

Cape Town is the southernmost city in the African continent

. It is near the Cape of Good Hope. It served as a trading post for the Dutch and used to be a Dutch colony. The city has a lot of attractions to see.

There are few direct flights to Cape Town from Britain and some European countries. British Airways and Air France operate regular flights to the city. However, if traveling from the United States, there are no direct flights. The options are to fly to Johannesburg or Durban and take one of the many domestic air flights flying into the city.

The city is a popular destination during Christmas and New Year, thanks to it being summer in the southern hemisphere. So if you want cheap tickets to Cape Town during this period, be sure to book your seats well in advance. Otherwise, your chances of getting affordable tickets will reduce significantly.

The city has a lot of attractions to explore. There are a number of museums and galleries that offer a glimpse of the citys history and culture. One of the popular neighborhoods in the city is Bo Kaap. It is traditionally a Muslim neighborhood, predominantly housing immigrants from South East Asia. The houses are very colorful and have been pictured in many movies. There is a museum here, with lot of exhibits relating to the history of the migrants.

Tour the Castle of Good Hope. There are some guided tours available too. The Botanical Garden has some of the best exhibits of flora of the region. It is worth visiting this place. Robben Island off the coast of Cape Town has a famous history. It was the home of Nelson Mandela during the apartheid years. The island was used as a prison for those rising against the colonial regime. There is a museum on the island that draws a number of visitors. To be able to experience this part of the citys history, check budget airlines that offer cheap flight deals to the city.

There are some cheap flights to Cape Town from different parts of the county and the continent, as many people come to spend their vacation at Cape of Good Hope. The beaches are often packed, especially at the end of the year. There are many water sports activities along the beaches. Some of them are scuba diving, snorkeling and even deep sea diving. The ocean gives an opportunity to see the Great White Shark. It is a popular destination among surfers. The waves pose a great challenge to those seeking to experience adrenalin rush.

No trip to Cape Town will be complete without visiting the Table Mountain. There are some good trekking and hiking trails to reach the summit. There is also a cable car that can be taken to reach the top of the mountain. The view from the top is spectacular and breathtaking and definitely worth the climb.

by: Aron Howard

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