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The spectacular city of Cape Town in South Africa is a major tourist attraction with many places of interest to keep visitors entertained and to give them insight into the history and culture of this diverse country. One such place is the unique Gold of Africa Museum, housed in the Martin Melck House, a beautifully restored historic landmark in Strand Street, Cape Town. The Martin Melck House was built in 1783 and is considered to be one of the finest remaining examples of domestic architecture of the 18th century.
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Each year on the 9th of August, South Africans of all backgrounds, races and cultural groups join together in celebrating National Women’s Day. This annual public holiday commemorates an eventful day in South Africa’s history – 9 August 1956.
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People the world over are at least somewhat familiar with the apartheid regime that caused so much suffering and tragedy only a few short decades ago in South Africa’s history. Today, the country is a changed place with the free intermingling of races and the ready embracing of different religions and cultures. But a short trip to the District Six Museum will quickly help you travel back in time.
