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Stadium: African Renaissance One of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town has the reputation of being the most laid back place to be in South Africa. The city’s location is spectacular: set on a peninsula surrounded by white sandy beaches, crystal clear blue seas and watched over by Table Mountain. Known to be amongst the most spiritual places on earth, Cape Town is a dream destination. Effortlessly combining a beach lifestyle within its vibrant city, Cape Town offers visitors adventure, excitement and relaxation. It has one of the most idyllic settings - nestled between and around the ocean and mountains. The iconic Table Mountain rises 1,086 above the city and has served as a mariner's landmark. On a clear day, the flat-topped mountain is visible 200km out to sea. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is a great location for shopping, and is also host to the Two Oceans Aquarium, depicting sea life from the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Long Street has long been a place of bustling nightlife. The Western Cape area is renowned as a wine-producing area, and there are tours available along the 'wine route'. Facts Name: Cape Town The city's name is derived from its association with the Cape of Good Hope.
Province: Western Cape
Population: 1,3 million
Altitude: 0m
Geography: The city is located on either side of a mountain ridge on the Cape Peninsula and low-lying flat areas at sea level.
Climate: Mediterranean climate with winter rainfall and temperatures around 18°C. Summer time is generally warm with temperatures in the range of 25-27°C.
Key Economic Sectors: Tourism, Agriculture, Manufacturing
Professional Football Clubs: Santos, Ajax Cape Town (Premier League) Vasco Da Gama, Fidentia Rangers, Western Province United (1 st Division) Football Cape Town has produced many of South Africa's top recent internationals such as Shaun Bartlett, Benni McCarthy and past heroes such as Albert Johannensen and David Julius, who played top football in Europe. Benni Macarthy has enjoyed international success, winning the UEFA Champions League with FC Porto under the leadership of Jose Mourinho. He also won a Portuguese top flight Golden Boot. Ajax Cape Town and Santos, champions in 2002, continue the keep professional football alive in the city. Ajax Cape Town is an affiliate of Ajax Amsterdam and has scouted many talents who made the move to Amsterdam, including Steven Pienaar, Gabriel Mofokeng and Stanton Lewis. |
