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Cape Town

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South Africa

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Africa

Destinations

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There are dozens of terrific destinations in Cape Town, South Africa that every visitor must see. The bustling, seaside city is the Legislative Capital of the African country. Also known as South Africa's "mother city," it has a modified Mediterranean climate that's perfect for vacation getaways.

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South Africa is a vast country, with more than 470,000 square miles of land that encompasses deserts, mountains, and 1,700 miles of beautiful coastline. It's home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, famous game parks, and culturally diverse cities.

Johannesburg sunset cityscape with Hillbrow tower

White rhinoceros walking on the road

Victoria Waterfront, Cape Town South Africa

Pincushion protea

Entrance to the High-Security Prison at Robben Island, South Africa

Panoramic view of a winery in South Africa

African Penguins at Boulders Beach in Cape Town, South Africa

Southern right whale breaching

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Colony of african penguins on rocky beach in South Africa

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Known as one of Africa’s best safari destinations, South Africa is the place to go for a real adventure. This year, skip the usual travel destinations, pack your bags, and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime.

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Cape Town and the 12 Apostels from above

Cable car going up Table Mountain in Cape Town

South Africa: Soweto Neighbourhood

Herd of elephants in Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa

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216 meters high Bloukrans River Bridge at the Eastern Cape of South Africa

Mountain Zebra succulent karoo Augrabies plants sunset safari nature wildlife

Mpumalanga, Blyde River Canyon

The Three Rondavels view, South Africa

Rhinoceros in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park

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