Find the Lizard

Conquering the Mountain

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December 21st 2008
Upon waking it was a beautiful clear day - perfect for climbing the mountain. Keen as, we got dropped off at the Gorge and started the ascent. No probs - we can do this!!! About 100 metres into the climb, Kristen and I could hardly move while Pete a.k.a. "The Mountain Goat" was powering on. So, we did what every defeated climber does and took the trek around the mountain, down to the base and ... read more

Africa » South Africa » Western Cape » Cape Town » Cape Flats

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After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjug... ... read more