All possessed in the spirit of an explorer, I went on climbing the steps to a craggy unique spot. Looking gleefully at gorgeous whales swirling around in ocean below. I was heading for the iconic light house at Cape Point in South Africa. Set amidst rocky coastline of Cape waters, perched atop the highest section of Cape Point.
I took thrilling ride in Flying Dutchman funicular to reach the upper station of old lighthouse. Then further climbed steep to get to the top. “Flying Dutchman” has a mystery to reveal. It is said that crew of a sailing vessel called Flying Dutchman disappeared in stormy Cape waters. And they continue to haunt Cape, till date. This can be felt when mist rolls in Cape Point, as I heard from locals. To be frank I liked the mythical ghost tale. Though ghosts
do not interest me.
The historical light house was built in year 1859. It served as navigation landmark till year 1911. Due to an unfortunate incident wherein a ship crashed below lighthouse, in rocky cape point, this lighthouse was decommissioned. And new light house at much lower height was built. But old light house still captures the imagination of tourists visiting Cape Point.
This was my fascinating trip to Cape Point. Or I say Cape Of Storms. As was nicknamed by sailors, in ancient times. Frequent violent storms, more so in foggy weather, created havoc in Cape waters and do so even now.
But I will always remember Cape Point for the great vistas it offered. My eyes were feasting on the two vivid color tones of ocean. That beautiful view was due to the confluence of Atlantic Ocean and Indian Ocean.
Cape Point is approachable from Cape Town. You can hire taxi or you can join a Cape Point tour. Of course joining tour is cheaper.
I love these kind of travel posts. Really brings the place you are in to life.
OMGHEE this is on m bucket list, I so want to do this by 2020. How much cheaper is joining a tour instead?
You can certainly explore tours on sharing basis.
This sounds excellent! I would love to visit here. I can imagine the view would be amazing. Seems I have just found something else to add to my travel bucket list 🙂
You will love being there.
Beautiful writeup…most of such places have a related ghost story…thanks for the detailed description and the pics.
God bless you
Thank you Krish.
This location is amazing, and the lighthouse looks beautiful, and I mean you can never go wrong with a ghost story, it gives the place a eerie feel and people want to visit it because of that.
You are right Matija.
Wow. I had never of this place. But it sounds great and adventurous.
Add it in your South Africa itinerary.
I love lighthouses and what they represent. Would love to see this one. Great post.
Cape town sounds like an amazing spot for a couple’s vacation. I will consider adding it to my travel bucket list. My boyfriend will love it!
Absolutely so Jennifer.
Looks like a great place to visit! Beautiful pictures! Thanks for the story behind it.
Thank you Cyndi.
I imagine the vantage point you’re at….. It must be thrilling to see confluence of two oceans….
Indeed so Jeferson.
This looks pretty nice. Thanks for sharing!
I love lighthouses and all the history behind them! thanks for sharing
Yes lighthouses world over often have ancient facts attached.
This is a nice place! Wish I go there one day
You can make it sure.
That looks absolutely beautiful! Would love to climb those steps! Also love the mythical tale of the flying dutchman! Great post 🙂
Many places have deep rooted tales behind that is what makes such places historical.
Wonderful post. I didn’t know about this cape (and I don’t know many capes in South Africa)
Even I came to know of this cape after research.