Shelter from the wind
This row of palm trees provides a little shelter to the vlei from the ceaseless South-Easter. While they do look a little out of place on Zandvlei, I still rather like them.
Breakfast at Groot Contstantia
We had a late breakfast on Sunday at the Jonkershuis restaurant at Groot Constantia wine farm. Groot Constantia dates back to 1685, when the land was granted to Simon van der Stel.
It is still a very active wine farm, and also a big tourist attraction. The restaurant has a lovely outside seating area, and children and dogs are welcome to go along as well and enjoy the shade under the oak trees. There are also a few nice walking paths around the farm.
While my breakfast was very tasty, I was did find the portions very small (Lois had scrambled egg & toast, and only got 1 piece of toast), and I still had lunch when I got home. I did think that at R60+ for breakfast they could be a little more generous.
Having said all that, the view from the restaurant is wonderful, it is the oldest wine farm in South Africa, and it was a wonderful morning.
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5 CommentsThe road less travelled
I posted a shot a few days ago of Dan Patlansky playing at Kirstenbosch. Here is a shot that I took on the way back to my car. This is actually the main path between the carpark and the concert area, but it just looks so inviting and refreshing. You have to wonder what is waiting just around the corner. Well I am not going to tell you. You shall have to visit the gardens yourself if you wish to find out.
Company Gardens
This is a magical place in Cape Town, and a must see when visiting Cape Town. They were formally established in 1652, and they contain:
* The oldest cultivated pear tree in South Africa (circa 1652)
* A rose garden designed and built in 1929
* An aviary – a great favourite with children
* Local arts and crafts along the avenue
* Grassy lawns and benches
* A herb and succulent garden
A lovely Avenue to walk down during the day; a peaceful calm amidst the chaos of the city.
Posted in Cape Town, Daily Photo, Flora, Scenery | Avenue, Cape Town, gardens, government Avenue, grass, green, statues, trees, urban nature | Leave a commentDay 178: Newlands Forest
Day 178: Newlands Forest, originally uploaded by Craig is shooting.
Newlands forest is still one of those special places. In about 5 minutes you can go from speeding down the highway, to walking along this quiet forest path on the side of Table Mountain. Truly a special place.
Looking at Cape Town through the trees of Newlands Forest. In the distance you can just make out the water of False Bay.
Just a small, bright and blue flower to brighten up any day.
A path in Newlands Forest. I am not quite sure why I took this pictures, but I kind of like it.
The canopy of some of the enormous trees in Newlands forest. It gives a real sense of vertigo looking up at the trees.
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