Monday, 2 April 2012

In-en-om Struisbaai


"Struisbaai is a coastal settlement near the
Southern Tip of Africa and there is some debate
as to the origin of the name "Struisbaai". Some authorities
believe that it means "straw bay", referring to the thatch roofs of the
fishermen's cottages here. Others claim the name is derived from the Dutch "struisvogel" or ostrich. According to legend, Struisbaai is named for the size of its beach - an Old Dutch word for "huge".

Struisbaai is a popular holiday destination for those in the know. It has excellent fishing as well as one of the best beaches for swimming or walking in the Overberg - boasting the longest continuous beach in South Africa, a mere 14km. It is well worth a visit, particularly during the annual Geelstert Fees (Yellowtail Festival) in March which puts one of the Cape's finest eating fish on the menu."

Aughulas en omgewing

Part of twin figurehead: possibly from the French bark
 "Marie Elise"being wrecked near ryspunt on 6 November 1877


"L’Agulhas is the southernmost town in Africa.  Being located at the very tip of the legendary foot of Africa, it is a prime tourist destination.  The koppie behind the Cape Agulhas Lighthouse offers a panoramic view of the point where the Atlantis and Indian Oceans meet, and of passing ships.  In the shallow coastal gullies near the Lighthouse, the remains of ancient fish traps – made by packing layers of rocks around the pools where the original Khoe khoe inhabitants collected their fish – still be seen.
Southernmost tip:  Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.  Exact location marked by cairn.
Cape Agulhas Lighthouse:  Second oldest working lighthouse in South Africa.  Erected in 1848 and restored in 1988 to original plan.  Built in Pharos style."


'Skulpiesbaai'




Vissers Huisies in Struisbaai / Fisherman's Cottages





'The historical white washed fisherman's cottages at Hotagterklip and the tiny thatch roof Anglican church are all national monuments which have been restored. Presently one is operating as a farm stall and B&B establishment as a community project.'

Struisbaai Huis / Struisbaai House














Uitsig vanaf die balkon


GRONDVLOER / GROUNDFLOOR

Sitkamer / Lounge TV area



Hoofslaapkamer met en-suite stort/toilet



Slaapkamer 2

Slaapkamer 3