Lion's Head in Cape Town

On my recent visit to the Mother City as some refers Cape Town to, had the opportunity to go to the Table Mountain for the first time i.e. one of the 7 wonders of the world. Even though wanted to walk up and down the mountain but adviced by the officials NOT to do so, since it was misty and drizzling. Then had to settle for the cable car, but even though, still had the desire to walk.

Then on the other side of the Table mountain, there stood the "Lion's Head" as refer to by The Dutch, however, felt that the mountain's shape resembled a crouching lion and eventually settled on Leeuwen Kop (Lion's Head).

Then the Lion's Head Mountain that stands 669 meters above the sea level, does it resemble the male lion's head... 

Hiking the Lion's Head

I met different types of adventurous people along the way, young and old, some coming down and others still on their way to the top of the Lion's Head. Some just enjoying the scenery and

 Others being greeted by the mountain's residents..

Dave's Family I met along the way to the top of the mountain...

Halfway to the top, the view of Cape Town is just breathtaking...

On top of the Lion's Head Mountain, you have the 360 view of Cape Town. All the beautiful beaches, Robben Island, Sea Point and the Table Mountain etc.

Robben Island

Table Mountain

People enjoying the breeze from the sea

Taking the well deserved break after long walk to the top

 

Gauteng or Gautrain

What do these two names have in common, if your answer was fast life or fast lane that's true. Think of the  quickest way of travelling between Joburg and Pretoria without the speed fine. The answer is simple, aboard the Gautrain, no siren or blue light on your tail not even sitting on the traffic...

All that is required on your part, is to get yourself in one the station by bus or self-drive and enjoy the ride...

Whether business or...

Pleasure, it is indeed for "For The People On The Move"

A country we take for granted - South Africa

Despite all the negativity that the world has concerning South Africa, but it is a beautiful country. Just located at the tip of Africa with its vast beautiful plains, wildlife, people etc. Thousands of tourists still come in numbers to visit South Africa, why? Because it is a perfect getaway...

Well, let me share what some of the visitors attractions to South Africa: our warm coastlines, wildlife, landscapes and mostly the diverse cultures of people. The beauty of a sleeping lioness, what a majestic cat. Having patience and spending time with the subject of interest, you get rewarded with great shots.

While sleeping the lioness looks peaceful, until she locks her eyes on the prey (in this case it was me), and all that changes...

Kruger National Park - one of the South Africa's most visited park where dedicated men and women risk their lives to protect our wildlife at its natural habitat. Like the field ranger riding a bike below to his patrol spot, something that requires a lot of bravery and dedication.

Fighting the scourge of poaching that is affecting the whole of Africa including South Africa. Makes you think, what would be the population of the rhinos in the wild in the next 10 years.

Captured With Passion & Precision

WAP photographs in the following categories:
• Portraiture – encompass family portraits, children, weddings and social events.

• Macro photography – close-up photos of subjects like insects, flowers etc.

A honey bee collecting necta, and I couldn't resist capturing this moment...

• Action photography – like sports, birds or animals in the wild

• Street photography – documenting life as lived by ordinary people going about their daily lives

• Travel photography – capturing the essence of a place and its people, which may include architectural photography

Capital City Of South Africa

Unisa at night with Lukasrand Tower at the background ...

Somewhere Out There

When a sun set in the west it leaves behind beautiful silhouette of different objects...all you need is to capture that moment.

Last Contribution of 2011

What a year 2011! My best pictures captured all over South Africa... hope you leave a comment whether negative or positive but preferably constructive criticism. 2011 is over but can't be without its stories, "alishoni linganaz' zindaba".

Mercedes Benz cars were too hard to ignore at JIMS

JIMS 2011

Joburg International Motor Show had awesome machine like the Merc SLK 350, Lexus LFA, McClaren and many more mean machines...

The LFA is the first supersports from the Lexus brand. This handbuilt supersports will be delivered to the world for a maximum of 500 units according to lexus website. I personally think the white LFA looks great compare to other colours such as the red.

What a head turner, 0-100km/h under 4 seconds...

The Amarok - Not just tough, also very smart. Toughness comes in handy to get you across rough terrains. Smart lets you pass a lot of filling station not forgeting to mention also ...very powerful and quick. On November 2010 it won the Battle of the Double Cabs check the leisure wheels website...

Blyde River Canyon in Mpumalanga, the world's third largest canyon.












Suspension ramp over the Big Hole in Kimberly

Finally, the reality of unemployment is seen in the following picture, and I had a chat with two gentlemen. If you are employed, don't forget to count your blessings...it is hard out there.

The Best Sunset - South Africa

The Sunset photos captured in various locations such - Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, KZN etc. For each sunset picture shown in this blog, I'll put a location caption in a form of province above the picture where it was taken.

Mpumalanga













Kruger National Park

Guateng

Orange Building Silhouette - during the sunset thru my office window

Joburg's Historical Landmarks

The spectacular Nelson Mandela Bridge is landmark for Joburg especially downtown, the construction started in 2001 and completed in 2003. The bridge crosses over 42 operational railway lines in linking Braamfontein and the north of Johannesburg to Newtown in the heart of the city’s central business district. It has seen so many faces whether walking, running, modelling, but what I like the most about it, the gleaming apex during the sunset. It's a beauty that cannot be ignored, look at the picture.

What I saw thru my lens - Mandela Bridge

Joburg Old Park Station

The Old Joburg Post Office on Rissik Street

The Clock on top of the burned down building

All it took was little match to turn this historic building to its new look...November 2009

The FNB Stadium -  venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final, which was played by the Netherlands and Spain

A stadium with a calabash shape i.e. African Pot, so much has happened inside the FNB stadium. Joy, tears only if it could talk, it will have a lot to tell the future generation.

 Our African Calabash - FNB Stadium

78 300 of Jehovah's Witnesses at FNB Stadium on the 18th December 2011 gathered together for the Bible-based discussion

The Carlton Centre - has been centre of attraction for decades, tourists destination as well as locals. What I like the most about it is the four-sided viewing decks on the 50th floor it offers of the 360 Degrees view of the World Class African City, Johannesburg on a clear cloudless sky.

The West View on the 50th Floor

The Carlton Northern View Hallway - floor mounted telescope