Wild flowers on the West Coast!!!

It's that time of the year again when spring time is near and already there are reports of wild flowers springing up on the West Coast.

From Cape Town to Clanwilliam and everywhere in between, the incredible biodiversity attracts locals and tourists alike to the splendor of nature at its best. Within an hour from Cape Town you could be enveloped by the spectacle.

Things kick off with the 95th annual Daring Wild Flower Show held on the third weekend in September will run for the 14th to the 16th.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Coast_National_Park
http://www.bokkom.co.za/flowers/index.php
http://www.darlingwildflowers.co.za/
http://www.clanwilliam.info/info/infoflowers.htm
http://www.clanwilliamflowerfestival.co.za/

Franschhoek

World renowned for its spectacular beauty, superb Cape wines and world class restaurants, Franschhoek is is a definite must-visit destination on any trip to the Western Cape.


Founded in 1688 by French Huguenots, it is a scenic gem which nestles in a rich and fertile valley between magnificent towering mountains right in the heart of the Cape Winelands.


Numerous vineyards, including some of the oldest and most famous, are producing glorious wines. It is a connoisseurs delight too with award winning and widely acclaimed restaurants.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franschhoek

Prince Albert

Prince Albert is the Western Cape winner and a national finalist for "Town of the Year 2012"!!!

Situated just two kilometers from the foot of the Swartberg Pass, Prince Albert is the perfect base for exploring the wonders of the Swartberg including Gamkaskloof (The Hell) and Meiringspoort. 

Major attractions include hiking, mountain biking, birding and botanical excursions. The climate is superb with a high sunshine index and spectacular night skies.

What makes Prince Albert such a gem though is its beautifully preserved Cape Dutch, Karoo and Victorian buildings, many of which are national monuments, if fact it has more national monuments that any other town in South Africa.

Prince Albert is also known for its sun-ripened fresh and dried fruit, especially apricots and figs. Karoo lamb, olives, olive oil and homemade cheeses are local delicacies.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Albert,_Western_Cape

http://www.patourism.co.za/