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Cape Town Sunrise Spots: Where to Watch the Sun Come Up
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8 min read30 July 2026

Cape Town Sunrise Spots: Where to Watch the Sun Come Up

The best Cape Town sunrise locations β€” Lion's Head summit, Bloubergstrand, Muizenberg beach huts, Signal Hill, and Chapman's Peak with timing and photography tips.

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