Welcome to St. Fountain! This beautiful city is located at the southernmost part of Africa, nestled in the gentle coast of the Cape of Good Hope and surrounded by the rocky headlands known as the Lion's Head Bay. St. Fountain has Mediterranean climate and is mild throughout the year, which makes it a perfect tourist destination.
The mountainous environment here has enabled diverse landscapes. Buhlenberg Beach on the northwest of the city is a world-class surfers' favorite. Boulders Beach to our extreme west is the only natural habitat for African penguins (the only temperate penguins in the world). There are massive grasslands with beautiful wild flowers that bloom every spring and summer. The mountainous area around the city plain is also a scenic spot. Visitors can also hike Table Mountain, a holy site once exclusive to Swahili royalty, and view the entire Lion's Head Bay from the overlook at Mausoleum of Sa'ad (built during the Mastang era). Enthusiastic hikers may also challenge Mount Iblis, the highest peak of St. Fountain.
///St. Fountain City Government (SFCG) Reminder: Visitors are advised to stay away from the coast and mountains due to the likelihood of disasters. West Town has been closed for clearing away debris left by the tsunami.///
St. Fountain and its surrounding areas are populated by many indigenous wildlife and plants. It is home to at least 30 endemic bird species. Humpback whales are also known to gather and mate at False Bay. There's no surprise that bird and whale watchers make annual pilgrimages to St. Fountain. Our unique climate and geography make us the perfect home for exotic desert and mountain plants.
///SFCG Reminder: False Bay is now off limits to visitors!!///
St. Fountain has a fabled, diverse history. Old Moor Town and Mausoleum of Sa'ad on Table Mountain provide an immersive atmosphere of the ancient Mastang era. The Portuguese Fort at the Cape of Good Hope also hearkens back to the age of maritime exploration. Settlers from the Low Countries also left their legacy in the form of the Dutch East India Company building and Van Hoek Hotel. St. Fountain definitely has plenty to offer for visitors interested in history and culture.
///St. Fountain's Tribune: What remained of the Portuguese Fort was entirely destroyed by the tsunami last year. However, this disaster also turned out to be an unexpected blessing. First-time visitors of St. Fountain can show their passport to the SFCG Tourism Bureau for a FREE visit pass and tour the beached wrecks of a 2nd World War carrier!///
St. Fountain is a city of diverse cultures. The Victorian-style Governor-General's Office and the 17th century Baroque-style Dutch Wine Museum complement each other perfectly. Old Moor Town adds an exotic vibe to the city as well. The Moorish Bazaar is one of the biggest retail areas in St. Fountain. You'll get plenty of handcrafted ceramics, pottery, and the most extensive selection of Swahili cuisine this side of Africa. There's also a Shenzhou Town at the Cape Boulevard if you crave for some authentic bites of Shenzhou. Those who wish to learn more about African culture can visit Plaza Oasis that offers a most complete showcase of sub-Saharan goods and merch for discerning cultural connoisseurs.
///SFCG Reminder: Plaza Oasis is still flooded. SFCG is doing everything it can to repair the damage. We apologize for any inconveniences caused.///
The people of St. Fountain are quite hospitable. Your safety is guaranteed in the city. SFCG recently launched initiatives to provide paid tour guide services for visitors who intend to visit those exceptionally hospitable areas (such as the Moors and Cape Boulevard).
We hope St. Fountain leaves a beautiful and lifelong impression on you.
SFCG Tourism Bureau
July 16, 2013