10 FASCINATING FACTS ABOUT CAPE TOWN(CAPITAL OF AFRICA)
FACTS ABOUT CAPE TOWN 1. It’s just one capital of South Africa! As you may know, Cape Town is the legislative capital city of South Africa. But did you also know that Cape Town is only one of three capital cities in South Africa? The other two are Pretoria and Bloemfontein! 2. The Castle of Good Hope. Cape Town is home to the oldest building in South Africa! The Dutch East India Company built the castle of Good Hope in 1679. 3. A safe vacation spot! Cape Town was awarded the Blue Flag award for its safety and cleanliness. In fact, it is the first city outside of Europe to receive the award – an impressive accolade, and one you can stake your next vacation on. Lion’s Head, Cape Town 4. Mandela made an important speech here. On the 11th of February, 1990, Nelson Mandela made his very first speech since being released from prison in Cape Town. He spoke to people in attendance for hours on the balcony of Cape Town City Hall! 5. There’s a prison islan...