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Day 4 11th
April 2010
Cape Town - Franschhoek

today led us to travel further from Cape Town to Stellenbosch. Already on the outward journey inspired us a magical Landscape surrounded by mountains lush and green.
The sun makes the colors even more vibrant. What variety of trees, shrubs and various flowers.
We in the African language monument arrived. Languages from 3 continents have influenced the development of Africa. The architect Jan van Wijk symbolizes the growth and development of Afrikaans and the recognition of language roots. The monument depicts the connection between Africa and Europe and can find themselves in various stone sculptures. For many of us, is this seat is a particularly good place of strength, the energy of the connection is palpable.

On the way to Stellenbosch, there are already many wineries, arranged to see a bit hilly on both sides of the street.
Stellenbosch to Cape Town is the second oldest city and is very well maintained, historical and impresses with its charming character. Also known by the university, where whites are still more than black Africans.
at the Dorp Street (main street) you can see beautifully preserved restored mansions. Altdorf The museum provides an interesting insight from the historical legacy of the colony, founded by Governor Simon van der Stel.
six houses from different periods in time own style, presented very carefully through the ages.



in After the visit Boschendal wine estate, we feel now more lively and cheerful moist 
A guided tour through the wine cellar, with wine presentation gave us a good overview of the wine region of South Africa.
given only a few important facts:
approximately 60% of white wine varietals
about 40% red wine varieties
of 24 different grape varieties (white and red). Harvest time is from January to early April.



Then we visited the Huguenot Museum. Immigrants who were expelled from France for religious reasons, settled here and spread their expertise to the hard work and viticulture.

Finally, it should be said: Today was a beautiful day with many lasting impressions. THANK

Bettina Schachinger