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- Africa
- South Africa
- Cape Winelands
- Franschhoek
Franschhoek
Fleeing religious persecution in France in the 1700s, more than
200 French Huguenots arrived in the Cape and were settled in the
valley that soon became known as Franschhoek (French Corner), which
is today situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands region. Many
of the settlers were experienced wine producers and they soon
recognised the potential of the region for wine and fruit
production, establishing wine estates throughout the spectacular
Franschhoek Valley in surroundings of magnificent scenery and
towering mountains. Today the town is famous not only for its
splendid wines and beautiful vistas, but also as the gourmet
capital of South Africa, boasting the highest number of
award-winning eateries in the country. Restaurants such as Le
Quartier Français, La Petite Ferme, Haute Cabriere and Boschendal
are among those that are internationally acclaimed and some of the
top restaurants in South Africa. The Huguenots did not only bring
their viticulture and French culinary flair however, they also left
behind a rich legacy of arts, architecture and hospitality, which
are still visible today.
Information & Facts
Language
South Africa has 11 official languages, including
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu and Sotho. English is widely
spoken.
Money
South Africa's currency is the Rand (ZAR), which is divided into
100 cents. Money can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and
the larger hotels. ATMs are widely available (there is a daily
limit for cash withdrawals) and major international credit cards
are widely accepted, except in petrol stations where cash is
required. Visitors should be vigilant when drawing cash from ATMs,
as con artists are known to operate there. Travellers cheques and
some foreign currencies are accepted at larger hotels and shops,
but commission is charged, otherwise all commercial banks will
exchange them.
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