Colourful Cape Town: People, Places and Personalities

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Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset

Meet Colourful Cape Town People, Places & Personalities

5th April 2018 0 Comments 2465 views

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WORDS & PHOTOS Helene Uhlen Maurset

Cape Town is known for its vivid landscapes and vibrant architecture. During my walks through the Bo-Kaap area, Muizenberg and the townships, however, I realised that there is especially one element that reveals the true colours of the city: the people. It is hardly surprising that Archbishop Desmond Tutu coined the term ‘rainbow nation’ in order to describe South Africa’s multicultural diversity. It is a reflection of the assorted colours and animated personalities that make up the Mother City.

A stormy sky greets the washed-out, multi-coloured houses of Gugulethu, but a woman adds a touch of sunshine. Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset
When I asked for a photo, the woman straightened her back and stared into the lens without blinking or smiling. After taking the picture, she grinned and asked me for a R3 donation. Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset
I came across this elderly man while visiting the upper parts of Bo-Kaap. He was eating lunch by an old telephone box and sharing his bread with the pigeons. I especially liked his multi-coloured knitted sweater. Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset
Walking away from the main surfer's beach at Muizenberg I found this interesting guy. He was making holes in the sand, looking for treasure perhaps? Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset
Rush hour commuters will associate this photo with frustration, stress and overcrowding. Next time, stop for a moment and enjoy watching the chaos. Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset
Young boys add life and colour to the historical Bo-Kaap. One cannot tell exactly what they are doing, but that only gives your imagination a chance to createa story. Photo: Helene Uhlen Maurset