Paarl
Only 56 km from Cape Town, Paarl offers historical charm, culture,
architectural heritage, wine and fruit farms, breathtaking scenery and
many cycling and nature trails. Major attractions include Paarl
Mountain (one of the largest solid rocks in the world), the Afrikaans
Language Monument and a treasure house of architecture found along the
2 km stretch of the Main Street.
Franschhoek
Franschhoek is well known for its excellent restaurants, top
accommodation establishments, splendid mountains and openhearted
hospitality. Spend time browsing its many arts-and-craft shops,
galleries and antique stores.
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, the oldest town in the country after Cape Town, is
undoubtedly one of the most scenic and historically-preserved towns in
southern Africa. The town, ideally situated in a magnificent mountain
valley, boasts a mild Mediterranean climate and is the ideal
destination from which to explore the Winelands and the many tourists
attractions that the area has to offer.
Wellington
Wellington is famous for the panoramic Bain's Kloof Pass, Dried
Fruit shop, picturesque wine estates where wine as well as olive tastes
are offered and well-known leather factories.
Pniel
As you travel from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek via the scenic
Hellshoogte Pass, the modest village of Pniel lies on the banks of the
Dwars River in the Drakenstein Valley. This peaceful town with its
close-knit community is well worth a visit.
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