March, 2013 Vol. 17, No. 7
Orographic clouds, created by moist air, frequently cover or create a “table cloth” over all or part of the 3,500 foot flat topped Table Mountain. Cape Town’s stunning backdrop comprises almost 15,000 acres of sculpted shale, sandstone, and granite. It is a landmark that dominates the landscape of a city wedged between it and Table Bay, which opens into the Atlantic coastline.