| Whether it is its magnificent
natural beauty, its rich cultural heritage or its
world-renowned wines, the Winelands Region is synonymous with
all the best that the Cape has to offer. A 45-minute drive
from Cape Town brings you to this area where splendid
mountains form a dramatic backdrop to lush vineyards and
gabled Cape Dutch homesteads steeped in history. Come
experience the hospitality and beauty of Stellenbosch, Paarl,
Wellington, Franschhoek and Pniel. The diversity of the
Winelands will capture every heart.
Follow in the footsteps of our ancestors as you stroll
along the oak-lined streets of Stellenbosch, the second oldest
town in the country. Our colourful history comes to life in
the splendidly restored Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian
buildings in each town. Monuments such as the Huguenot
Memorial and Afrikaans Language Monument and the many
outstanding museums provide a fascinating glimpse into the
past.
The excellent wines produced in this area are
world-renowned You will be spoilt for choice between small,
boutique wineries and the larger, more commercial wine
estates. Taste the fruit of the vintner's labour in the
magnificent surrounds that are so characteristic of the
Winelands, or join the winemaker on a tour of his cellar where
the precious harvest is lovingly transformed into every wine
lover's delight. |
