Table Mountain Bo Kaap African wineries

It was a short trip with Willem, our guide, to Table Mountain. Up to the top in the cable car we went. Amazing views! It was hard to believe all the lush vegetation when we reached the top with interesting rock formations. Upon descending Table Mountain, we were on our way to the Bo Kaap neighborhood of Cape Town. Bo-Kaap is known for its narrow, cobbled streets lined with colorful houses. Local Cape Malay culture is represented at sites like the 1790s-built Auwal Mosque and the Bo-Kaap Museum, with exhibits about the achievements of Muslim immigrants. I loved to see the locals in Bo-Kaap, and I was able to purchase a small bracelet one of the local ladies made. Nearby, simple restaurants served curries, roti, and other Cape Malay dishes. Unfortunately, we couldn't stop for lunch as we were on our way to the wineries of Stellenbosch. We were able to visit three very different wineries, a modern, very beautiful winery, a winery from the 1600s, and a modern bare bones winery. Each had their own charm. We stopped in the middle of our winery tours for a light lunch, which was a treat as well. Another lovely day with our delightful guide, Willem Swanepoel!Read more