We didn't spend all of our time at the orphanage, although I always enjoyed coming back and cuddling the babies. One day Corey (our host) took us about an hour away from Jo-burg to a scenic view, where we rode a cable car to the top of a mountain.
This photo was taken on the way up to the top of the tree covered mountain.
Part of the mountain wall was literally straight up.
The cable supporting the cars and the view.
Karen poses with us. They have the advantage of sunglasses while I simply squint.
We were told that on a clear day three to four mountain ranges can be seen in the distance. Although the sun was shining, it was somewhat hazy and we could see two sometimes.
The lake in this photo supplies water for several cities.
This path follows the edge of the mountain and has beautiful views all along it.
Notice how the trees in this photo grow right out of the rocky mountainside.
Cable cars not being used that day, but lined up and ready for the weekend when it is very busy.
I found it fascinating how they build on hills we think are pretty steep. I guess they very seldom have snow or ice to contend with.
The lake in the previous pictures is dammed up close to the cable cars. Because it had rained for ten days straight, there was a lot of water. Therefore, the waterfall here is much bigger than normal. I had seen pictures that some of the girls on Karen's team had taken when they were there a few days earlier. By comparison, those pics looked like a trickle.
So, if you are interested, the name of the dam is Hartbeespoort. I knew I would not be able to remember, so here are the details.
Do you see the waterfall coming out of the mountain on the right side?
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