To the Top of Table Mountain


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August 27th 2008
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After being turned away from Robben Island, we got smart and bought our tickets the day before and returned the Waterfront on Wednesday. We were incredibly lucky as the weather was perfect for a boat trip and visit to the island. Robben Island housed a prison for many years, similar to Alcatraz, it is now a museum. Nelson Mandela spent 19 of his 27 years incarcerated on Robben Island. The isla... Read Full Entry



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The Cable Car Goin' Up!The Cable Car Goin' Up!
The Cable Car Goin' Up!

The platform inside the cable car rotates while ascending the mountain so everyone gets a view during the trip.
The Famous DassieThe Famous Dassie
The Famous Dassie

Totally sunning himself here! They say the rock hyrax (dassie) is the closest living relative to the elephant! Crazy!
The Mischievious TrioThe Mischievious Trio
The Mischievious Trio

Peter, Michael, Laini
Cape TownCape Town
Cape Town

This view is of the harbour area and Table Bay as it curves up toward Table View.
Looking Down a GorgeLooking Down a Gorge
Looking Down a Gorge

and one of the many pathways up to the top.
Field of Wild FlowersField of Wild Flowers
Field of Wild Flowers

Near Sydney and Dee's House



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2nd September 2008

You made me cry very cool I hope he realizes the impact he has on the tourist
18th September 2008

Calamari
Well I am glad you took my advice didn't it just melt in your mouth?....hmmmmm love you guys....xoxoxoxoxo have fun!!!!
25th September 2008

Thanks for the list
Diane, thanks for the list of goodies. We are now addicted to granadilla flavours and sweetie pies! The Calamari from the market is still the best we have tasted! Thanks! Miss you!

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