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    Hike up Lion’s Head in Every Season

    14 April 2022 - By 

    Lion’s Head is one of the most iconic and easily recognisable natural attractions in Cape Town. Not only does it form part of the city’s famous three peaks (Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head) – but it is also one of the most popular hikes. Truthfully, I think every Capetonian and tourist has hiked up Lion’s Head at least once – and in every season too. While the hike has definitely become a more crowded, Insta-worthy hike in recent years, I still love that this is a hike that people of all fitness levels can enjoy for free. Since…

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    Freedom Day: A Visit to the Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town (Part 1 of 3)

    22 November 2021 - By 

    Originally built between 1666 and 1679 by the Dutch East India Company, the Castle of Good Hope is one of Cape Town’s most historic landmarks. Still, even if you are not into history, this castle is well worth a visit. A few years ago, I was fortunate enough to visit Cape Town’s own castle, the Castle of Good Hope. In my three-part post series, I reflect on my Freedom Day visit.  Here is Part 1 in that series: Hidden Histories of the Cape Town Castle It seemed particularly apt that my first, long anticipated visit to the Castle of Good…