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 This is one of South Africa’s greatest landmarks and towers 1,086m above the city of Cape Town. Table Mountain is home to a rich fauna and flora, many species of which are endemic and survive only in the unique ecosystem, which is contained on the mountain.. Animals such as baboons and porcupines live here freely, as well as furry rodents called Rock Dassies. These little creatures look like plump rabbits without ears - incredibly, their closest living relative is the elephant!
The exhilarating ascent of Table Mountain in the cable car is a definite must for any visitor. Even the locals are awed time and again by the 360º view of Cape Town from the cable car. The cable car was first opened in 1929 and today conveys some 600,000 people to the summit annually. On the summit there is a restaurant and a souvenir shop, from which letters bearing the Table Mountain postmark can be sent.
For those energetic types, there are some 350 recognised paths to the summit. It is not advisable that visitors climb the mountain without an experienced guide. The mountain can be deceptive and it is strongly recommended that visitors contact the Mountain Club of South Africa on 021-4653412 before embarking on a hike or climb
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