Visiting the Bo-Kaap

Due to last night's rain, our hike to Table Mountain got scheduled for the afternoon. Not wanting to waste a moment, I set off to Bo-Kaap neighborhood, its colourful houses first mentioned to my by a friend who's also an avid traveller.

It's not too long a walk from my hotel. and gave me the chance to see Long St as well. I know I won't have done everything in Cape Town, but I'm sure I'll be back for when other tours start.

It was a charming time just wandering and taking photos. I even found a lady who sells koeksisters (South African doughtnuts) and bought one to try. It's not fully my thing, but the coconut topped back good has it's charms.Read more