Cape Town
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Cape Town at a glance
With the skyline dominated by the majestic bulk of Table Mountain, and surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the feel of this city, is of a people looking to the future.
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Cape Town history
"A city born of the sea and moulded by a mountain" - J. Mabbutt
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Cape Town local information
Country:
South Africa

Cape Town by the Numbers:
Population: 2,980,000

Average Winter Temperature: 11 to 16 degrees C

Average Summer Temperature: 18 to 20 degrees C

Quick Facts :
Electricity: 220/230 volts

Time Zone: GMT +2

Country Dialing Code: 27

Area Code: 21

Did You Know?
Cape Town was established in 1652 as a supply outpost for the Dutch East India Company. Since this time, the city has had an extended history of imperial occupation culminating the apartheid state that lasted from 1910 to 1994. Although one of the safest destinations in South Africa, visitors are advised to exercise caution when traveling.

Orientation:
Cape Town is located on the southwestern tip of South Africa. The Cape of Good Hope is located 70 km/45 mi south of the city.
Cape Town weather
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Average Annual Rainfall:
24.1" / 61.1 cm
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Getting There:

By Air:
Cape Town International Airport (+27 11 453 9116/ http://www.airports.co.za/home) is the second largest airport in South Africa and offers transportation to destinations throughout the world. The following airlines provide service to Cape Town:

Shuttle and taxi providers offer service to and from the airport.

By Train:
Numerous train lines service Cape Town. Some of the most popular include the Blue Train, Rovos Rail, Spier Vintage Train, and Outenigua Choo Tjoe. Train service can usually be booked through the Mainline Passenger Service Call Center (086 000 8888/ http://www.spoornet.co.za).

By Bus:
Three main bus providers service Cape Town. Greyhound (+27 83 915 9000), Intercape Mainliner (+27 21 419 8888), and Translux (+27 21 4493333) provide transportation to multiple destinations.

By Car:
Cape Town can be reached by N1, N2, N7, and R62.

Getting Around:
The Metro Rail (http://www.metrorail.co.za/) provides service throughout the city.
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