The Duke’s Valley
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Wellington was named after the Duke of Wellington, the British general who defeated Napoleon at Waterloo. The valley sits at the foot of the Hawequa Mountains, about an hour north-east of Cape Town.
It is a quieter valley than its famous neighbours, with historic farms, orchards and vineyards. The nearby Bainskloof Pass, built by Andrew Geddes Bain and opened in 1853, is a scenic mountain road.
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Duke of Wellington
The valley is named for the British general.
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Hawequa Mountains
They form a dramatic backdrop.
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Bainskloof Pass
A historic mountain pass built in 1853.
🇿🇦 Cape spotlight
Bainskloof Pass is a national monument and one of the most scenic drives in the Western Cape.
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🤔 Who is Wellington named after?
The Duke of Wellington.
🤔 Who built Bainskloof Pass?
Andrew Geddes Bain.
Lesson 2: Wellington fun facts