Relief Map of the Western Cape
A 2-dimensional representation of the terrain in the Western Cape, using shadows to show changes of altitude. The different regions of the province are indicated, as well as major towns / cities in each and the national roads.

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Regions of the Western Cape

Cape Town and Peninsula
With its majestic icon Table Mountain backdrop and pristine beaches, Cape Town is considered one of the most beautiful, culturally diverse cities in Africa. Between the high-rise office blocks, Edwardian and Victorian buildings have been meticulously preserved ... cape town attractions and destinations

Cape Helderberg
The Cape Helderberg includes Somerset West, Strand and Gordon's Bay. The region is comfortably close to Cape Town and the Cape Winelands, and is the perfect stop-over for tourists visiting the Cape Overberg or Garden Route. Famous for its seaside resorts ... cape helderberg information

Cape Overberg
The Overberg includes Swellendam, Arniston, Caledon, Hermanus and L'Agulhas. It is the most southerly region in Africa and is surrounded by mountains and ocean. The holiday-friendly Cape Overberg shoreline is famed for whale watching, shipwrecks, lighthouses ... cape overberg information

Cape West Coast
The Cape West Coast area includes Darling, Langebaan, Saldanha, St Helena Bay and Yzerfontein. The beautiful coastal wild flower reserves unravel across green hills. Famous for seaside resorts, flower displays, the West Coast National Park, fynbos, watersports ... cape west coast information

Olifants River Valley
The Olifants River Valley includes the towns of Clanwilliam, Lamberts Bay, Citrusdal and Vredendal, and comprises one of the largest citrus producing areas in South Africa. It is also known for its awe-inspiring scenic beauty and the fascinating distorted rock formations of ... olifants river valley information

Cape Winelands
The rich, fertile soils along the Breede River and especially the areas of Somerset West, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, have become world famous for their whites, reds, sherries, ports and brandies. It is the Mediterranean climate and winter rainfall of the south-western ... cape winelands information

Breede River Valley
An area of panoramic landscapes and towering cliffs which provide magnificent views of its valleys. It is the largest fruit and wine producing region of the Western Cape and includes Montagu, Ceres, Bonnievale, Worcester and Tulbagh. The wineries and cellars of the ... breede river valley information

The Swartland
The main town of the Swartland, Malmesbury, lies at the centre of one of the country's most important wheat-producing areas. Lush fruit plantations, expansive protea farms and indigenous veld flowers complete the picture. The region is also known for its Khoi-San rock art ... swartland information

Klein and Central Karoo
The principal towns of the little Karoo are Oudtshoorn, Calitzdorp, De Rust, Uniondale, Beaufort West and Prince Albert. Famous for the Cango Caves, ostrich farms, the Karoo National Park, hiking trails, the Voortrekker Monument, Swartberg Pass, Gamkaskloof ... karoo information

Garden Route
The Garden Route runs between Heidelberg and Storms River, parallel to a coastline featuring lakes, mountains, tall indigenous forests, amber-coloured rivers and golden beaches. Meandering trails are followed by hikers, the forests invite leisurely drives, and lakes and rivers ... garden route information
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