Tag Archives: Cape Town

Orange-breasted sunbird

Posted on 10.11.2016 by

In Cape Town, South Africa, the beautiful orange-breasted sunbirds (Anthobaphes violacea, kapinmedestäjä in Finnish) are common. This sunbird is endemic to the fynbos habitat of southwestern South Africa. We could quite easily approach those and get some nice shots. o – o … Continue reading →

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African penguins are adorable animals

Posted on 6.6.2015 by

African penguins (Spheniscus demersus), also known as Jackass penguins, are only found on the south-western coast of Africa, living in colonies in the coastal line of Namibia and South Africa. I took these pictures at Boulders Beach in Cape Town, where they can be … Continue reading →

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Colors of Kalk Bay, South Africa

Posted on 4.2.2014 by

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Kalk Bay is a small fishing village and a suburb of greater Cape Town. Here are some street shots I took in August 2008.

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I can hear and see you play!

Posted on 21.12.2013 by

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Street musicians brighten up our day everywhere. Click any picture to open the gallery.

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Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years on Robben Island

Posted on 18.7.2013 by

South-African anti-apartheid fighter and Nobel prized politician Nelson Mandela celebrates his 95th birthday today, July 18th. He is currently hospitalized due to recurring lung infection, in critical but stable condition. Mandela was held as a political prisoner on Robben Island … Continue reading →

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Jawbones

Posted on 9.1.2013 by

Jawbone seen on the ground in southern Finland. Jawbone candleholder seen in The Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Sax at Mama Africa, Cape Town

Posted on 7.10.2012 by

Some years ago we had a wonderful dinner at Mama Africa Restaurant and Bar in Cape Town, South Africa. Mama Africa writes on their web site: “We offer live music nightly performed by by young local musicians. We have three marimba … Continue reading →

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Clouds over Cape Town (pano #16)

Posted on 12.5.2012 by

The location of Cape Town, South Africa in the valley opening to a sea is one of the most beautiful I have seen. I took this picture from the lower Table Mountain cable car station towards north. (Click → larger)

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Beautifully served at Cape Town, South Africa

Posted on 4.4.2012 by

We have five senses and they all are used when we eat. Taste and smell, naturally, but  also the sight, i.e how food looks like, is important. When you touch the food, you analyze the texture, and you will draw … Continue reading →

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