Things to Know About Cape Town S.A. Before Your Visit

by Glenda Capman

The capital of the Western Cape of South Africa is Cape Town. Cape Town is the legislative capital of South Africa and its second most populated city. The government is headed by an executive may and city manager. Beneath them is a small executive council and a larger city council. The Cape Town area of the Western Cape of South Africa has a thriving economy, fascinating history, and unique geographical makeup.

History of Cape Town

The earliest evidence of human occupation in the area of the Western Cape of South Africa currently known as Cape Town are from more than twelve thousand years ago. In 1652 the area was settled by employees of the Dutch East India Company to facilitate trade. The company needed labor and imported slaves from Indonesia and Madagascar.

In 1814 this area of the Western Cape of South Africa was given to the British government. From that point on the government experienced a great deal of turmoil. Changes have included the policy of apartheid and the eventual removal of this policy in the city.

Geography and Weather

The city of Cape Town in the Western Cape of South Africa has a total area of nine hundred forty-seven square miles and a population of almost three and a half million. Cape Town can be found at the northern tip of the Cape Peninsula. The town is surrounded by cliffs over seventy of which tower at more than a thousand feet, all within the city limits.

The Western Cape of South Africa enjoys a wide range of temperatures. The average high for the city of Cape Town is seventy-two degrees while the average low is fifty-two degrees. The record high for the area of Cape Town is one hundred six degrees while the record low is only thirty degrees. The winter months are when most of the average twenty inches of rain occur.

Economy in Cape Town

The economic center for the Western Cape of South Africa is Cape Town. It is also the regional center of manufacturing. The area has a large agricultural community and most of these goods are processed in the town. The largest number of jobs are found within the business districts of Cape Town.

Being the regional and national government seat has also helped the economy of this area of the Western Cape of South Africa. The city also has is host to the Port of Cape Town and the Cape Town International Airport. These large transportation hubs help export the goods of the area. The abundance of transportation options also helps deliver people to the town and helps make Cape Town the most popular tourist destination in South Africa

Activities in Cape Town

Built on top of the Port of Cape Town docks is the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. This is one of the most popular Western Cape of South Africa tourist destinations. The Two Oceans Aquarium as well as hundreds of shops are located within the complex. Other popular activities for locals and tourists alike are the various sports clubs located within the city. Rigby, cricket and football all have their own stadiums and loyal fans.

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