What is so special about Table Mountain?

Table Mountain has long held deep cultural and historical significance for the local Khoikhoi and San communities, who recognize it as a spiritual place and symbol of their heritage. In addition, its slopes bear traces of early human habitation, making it an important archaeological site.



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Rising above Cape Town, Table Mountain is probably South Africa's most iconic landmark. The stunning flat-topped mountain is home to the widest variety of flowers and other plant life in the world and, in fact, contains more species of plants than exist in the entire British Isles – despite being smaller than London.

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Table Mountain is the best vantage point from which to take in a gorgeous view of a gorgeous city: ocean and beaches on one side; Lion's Head and skyscrapers on the other; Robben Island in the distance.

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The seven provisional winners, in alphabetical order, are: the Amazon in South America; Halong Bay in Vietnam; Iguazu Falls in Argentina; Jeju Island in South Korea; Komodo in Indonesia; Puerto Princesa Underground River in the Philippines; and Table Mountain.

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Origins of the name The English term Devil's Peak is a 19th-century translation from the Dutch Duivels Kop, and supposedly comes from the folk-tale about a Dutch man called Jan van Hunks, a prodigious pipe smoker who lived at the foot of the mountain circa 1700.

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The mountain was sacred for the Khoi and San, who believed their supreme god, Tsui//Goab,roamed there. The Khoi called Cape Town “Camissa,” the place of sweet waters, based on a stream that flows from under the mountain and into the ocean.

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Hike Table Mountain. 100% of travelers recommend this experience. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 99% of travelers recommend this experience.

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Geological Summary Table Mountain, an andesitic stratovolcano at the NW corner of Lassen National Park, is an andesitic stratovolcano active about 1-2 million years ago.

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Great Pyramid of Giza The Great Pyramid, the only Wonder that still exists, stood as the world's tallest human-made structure for nearly 4,000 years. Erected around 2560 B.C.E. on the west bank of the Nile River, the Great Pyramid served as the tomb of the fourth-century pharaoh Khufu (Cheops).

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The top of Table Mountain is one of the best places to enjoy views of the city. On a clear day, you can see Robben Island, the V & A Waterfront, the city bowl, harbour and so much more. Take your time walking along the pathways to enjoy the various views. And take lots of photos.

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Ascend Table Mountain for free on your birthday and be mesmerized by the magnificent views of the Mother City. The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway offers a complimentary trip to South African citizens on any day of the month in which their birthday falls.

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