Twenty minutes north of the Cape Peninsula, you'll find yourself
travelling the undulating wheat fields and vineyards of the
Swartland.
Producing high-quality wines, the Swartland's five cellars
and one estate have their own tasting centres staffed by knowledgeable,
helpful personnel. Lush fruit plantations, expansive protea
farms, vistas of natural veld flowers and rolling pastures grazed
by sheep and cattle complete a picture any traveller would wish
to rest their driving eyes on.
The Sandveld (so named because its sandy soil was, not too
long ago, the seabed), is sandwiched between the Swartland and
the West Coast. Often called the Western Cape's potato store,
the region is a birdwatchers' paradise.
The people of this area are known not only for the rough-hewn
inflection characterising their enunciation, but also for their
outgoing hospitality, warm friendliness and keen cooking skills!
So, take some time off from the cares of your world and learn
to relax in the old-world tranquillity of theirs.
