Cape
Town is a unique city because of its abundant attractions for everyone.
This city has both man-made and natural attractions with great history behind
them. The man-made attractions of Cape Town can be enjoyed just around the
city and are very impressive.
An
outstanding landmark in Cape Town is the City Hall that dates back to
the year 1905. This Edwardian building has an interesting exterior construction
that features bath stone dressings and a clock tower said to be half the size
of the London’s Big Ben. The City Hall has a great significant to
Capetonians and South Africans in general as it’s here where the former
president Nelson Mandela first addressed the nation after his 27 years release
from jail. The City Hall is a venue for the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra. Yet
another stunning landmark in Cape Town is the De Tuynhuys that was
used as a guest house for important Cape Town visitors in the 17th century.
This building is important too as it is where F.W de Klerk announced the end of
apartheid in South Africa to the world.
At
the magnificent Table mountain eastern slopes is the Rhodes Memorial. This is a
granite structure that was built in honor of the former prime
minister. Cecil Rhodes also found the De Beers Mining Company. This monument is
in the site of magnificent sights at False Bay and Table Bay. Next to the memorial structure is a nice tea room
for refreshments. Before you head back to the accommodation in Cape
Town, you can tour more monuments on your holiday and learn
much about Cape Town’s history.
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