Why is Table Mountain so famous?

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1. Why is Table Mountain so famous?
2. How much does it cost to go to Table Mountain?
3. What is so interesting about Table Mountain?
4. Is Table Mountain a symbol for Cape Town?
5. Is it free to go up Table Mountain on your birthday?
6. Why do they call it Table Mountain?
7. Can you go on top of Table Mountain?
8. What should I wear to Table Mountain?
9. How much are tickets to Robben Island?
10. Why is Table Mountain flat on top?
11. What are the top 5 natural wonders of the world?
12. What are the 25 natural wonders of the world?
13. Are picnics allowed in Level 4?

Why is Table Mountain so famous?

Table Mountain is the most iconic landmark of South Africa. It is also the country's most photographed attraction and its famous cable car took millions of people to its top. Table Mountain has become the single most welcoming icon to not only our people, but travellers from all over the world.

How much does it cost to go to Table Mountain?

Ticket prices

Ticket Type	Time	Return
Morning: Adults	8am – 1pm	R380
Morning: Kids (4 – 17 years)	8am – 1pm	R190
Afternoon: Adults	1pm – until close	R300
Afternoon: Kids (4 – 17 years)	1pm – until close	R150

What is so interesting about Table Mountain?

It is the only South African and only natural site on the planet to have a constellation of stars named after it. The constellation is called “Mensa”, which means 'table' in Latin. 2. Having withstood 6 million years of erosion, it hosts the richest floral kingdom on earth, with more than 1 470 floral species.

Is Table Mountain a symbol for Cape Town?

Forming part of the spectacular Twelve Apostles mountain range, Table Mountain is an almost instantly-recognisable symbol of Cape Town. With its scenic “tablecloth” of dense cloud, the mountain is almost always ready for a photo opportunity.

Is it free to go up Table Mountain on your birthday?

On your birthday the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway offers you a free ride. ... Table Mountain recently extended its offer, which allows you to collect and redeem your free birthday Cableway ticket on any day of the calendar month in which your birthday falls. Please note this offer is only valid for South Africans.

Why do they call it Table Mountain?

For those who don't know, Table Mountain got its name for its uncanny resemblance to a table. And the man who first called it so was Antonio de Saldanha, Portuguese explorer. In 1503, he became the first white man to hike up Table Mountain and named it Taboa do Cabo – Table of the Cape.

Can you go on top of Table Mountain?

There are two ways to summit Table Mountain – by cable car or on foot. You can also choose to hike to the top and descend by cable car. ... Alternatively, the easiest and quickest route to the top is via Platteklip Gorge, which leads hikers through a ravine on the face of the mountain.

What should I wear to Table Mountain?

What to Wear. Generally, in summer you will wear no more than a T-shirt. However, there are days you might need to wear a light Jacket or a warm top. Always bring something warm even on summer days, just in case, as weather can quickly change and it can get cold and windy at the top of the mountain.

How much are tickets to Robben Island?

Robben Island Prices 2021 Total tours cost R550 ($32 / €29) for non-SA adults and R300 ($17 / €16) for non-SA children that are between 2 -18. SA adults and pay R380 ($22 / €20) and SA children pay R200 for 2 – 18 years.

Why is Table Mountain flat on top?

Sandstone is a relatively soft rock but it was given strength by magma rising from the earth's core. ... Around 300 million years ago the mountain was still at sea level during an ice age and ice sheets flattened the layers of sandstone creating the flat surface that today we call the 'Table Top'.

What are the top 5 natural wonders of the world?

See the Natural Wonders of the World in 2021

• Mount Everest, China and Nepal.
• Harbor of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Paricutin Volcano, Michoacan, Mexico.
• Aurora borealis, various locations.
• Grand Canyon, Arizona, U.S.
• Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia.
• Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe, Africa.

What are the 25 natural wonders of the world?

25 Amazing Natural Wonders of the World

• Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica. ...
• Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. ...
• Natural Wonders of the World: Jeju Island, Korea. ...
• Mount Everest, Nepal. ...
• Perito Moreno Glacier, Patagonia. ...
• Puerto Princesa Underground River, Philippines. ...
• The Sahara Desert, North Africa.

Are picnics allowed in Level 4?

No picnics, braais, photoshoots, group exercise, alcohol consumption or social gatherings will be permitted. Walking of pets, individual exercise, jogging, walking or trail biking (where applicable) are permitted.