South Africa's second largest city (and its legislative capital), near the continent's southern tip, is cool for plenty of reasons, starting with its spectacular setting, including imposing Table Mountain. But there's also Cape Town's mix of colonial, 20th-century, and cutting-edge architecture; its historic sites (Robben Island being a standout); its unique ethic influences such as Cape Malay; and its amazing cultural, nightlife, and dining scene. But most of all, it's the... keep reading