Top sigths of South Africa
The Republic of South Africa offers a variety of entertaining activities to its guests, so there’s no wonder why every year more and more travelers come to visit this wonderful country. Gauteng region is considered the historical center of the country as the colonization of South Africa started from it. Travelers are continuously interested in visiting such cities as Pretoria and Johannesburg, which are already not separated cities anymore and have been united into one big metropolis. … OpenChapters of the guide to Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch sightseeing
The colorful African town of Stellenbosch is a popular destination that many know as a large winery center. This town is located in an incredibly beautiful place, on the bank of the Eersterivier. Stellenbosch is surrounded by mountains on nearly all sides. This region has always been famous for its fertile soils that are ideal for growing grape and vegetables. The picturesque town was founded in 1679 by Simon van … Open
Cultural excursion through Stellenbosch - things to see
It is no question that Universiteit Stellenbosch is the main historical and architectural landmark of the town. It opened in 1865 as a public school, and already one year later the educational institution got the status of a gymnasium. Starting from 1881, the gymnasium changed its name to Victoria College. The next milestone in the history of the university happened in 1918. An outstanding politician and public … Open
Top hotels with reviews
The choice of hotels in Stellenbosch will please even experienced travelers. Many hotels are open in buildings that date back to the colonial period. Middedorp Manor remains one of the most popular hotels in Stellenbosch. It is open in a magnificently looking Victorian mansion. The hotel is located in the middle of a wonderful landscape garden and offers five spacious guest rooms designed in classy shades. The … Open
Attractions and active leisure
An acquaintance with the miraculous nature of Stellenbosch will be an unforgettable experience that will surely amaze the whole family. Guests of the city are recommended to visit Farm Le Bonheur that breeds crocodiles. It’s one-of-a-kind place where visitors are free to look at one of the most dangerous animals in the world from a short distance. For centuries, a mere mention of a crocodile raised fear among … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
If you want to taste the traditional food of the black inhabitants of South Africa, you should order a Pap. This is corn porridge prepared in a certain way. Most often it is served with hot spices, herbs, red pepper or peanuts. The second typical African dish is Samp. It is also made from corn. It is the most popular product in the town. This is a porridge made from coarse corn groats. You can order both pap and … Open
Traditions and mentality of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is a relatively small town. Only eighty thousand people live here. However, Stellenbosch is considered the second oldest city in South Africa. Many locals believe that it is even older than Cape Town. This land is known as the center of the largest African wine region. Almost thirty wineries are located near the city today. Many of them are inherited within the same family for centuries. The largest and … Open