Офис Почётного консула ЮАР в Екатеринбурге // Office of Honorary Consul of South Africa in Yekaterinburg

☦️Epiphany and the Cross-Diving Tradition On the feast of the Epiphany, believers in a number of countries take part in a folk-religious tradition known as cross diving. 🔹 After the blessing of the water, a priest throws a cross into a body of water — a river, lake, or the sea. 🔹 Participants then swim to retrieve the cross from the water. 🔹 It is believed that the person who retrieves the cross first receives a special blessing for the year ahead. 🌍 This tradition is especially common in countries with a warmer climate than Russia, such as Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, as well as in several other countries and regions. 🇷🇺🇿🇦 This tradition is also practiced within the Russian-speaking diaspora in South Africa. 📸Photo (Cape Town) 🔗Source: https://t.me/Capetown_SouthAfrica_chat/50655 #Epiphany#Orthodoxy#ChristianTraditions#Culture#Religion#FolkTraditions#SouthAfrica#CapeTown

⛪️Churches in South Africa ☦️St. John of the Ladder Orthodox Church in Cape Town is located inside The Ladder Café (📸). The church has been open since 🗓2022. 📍 Address: The Ladder, 136 Bree St, Cape Town, South Africa A remarkable example of how Orthodox Christian life finds its place within a modern urban setting. 🔗Learn more in English: • https://www.theladderon136.com/blank-page • https://www.instagram.com/theladderorthodoxmission/ • https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnoftheLadderCPT #Churches#SouthAfrica#Orthodoxy#CapeTown

🏜🏄В ЮАР популярен сэндбординг — катание с песчаных дюн, в том числе с эффектным заездом прямо в воду🌊🔥 📹https://t.me/AfroPouchkine/3577 📚Больше о сэндбординге в окрестностях Кейптауна: 🔗https://t.me/sarconsulurals/2839 #ЮАР#Сэндбординг#Экстрим#Путешествия#АктивныйОтдых#Кейптаун#Природа _______________ 🏜🏄Sandboarding is popular in South Africa — riding down sand dunes, including a spectacular run straight into the water🌊🔥 📹https://t.me/AfroPouchkine/3577 📚More about sandboarding around Cape Town: 🔗https://t.me/sarconsulurals/2840 #SouthAfrica#Sandboarding#ExtremeSports#Travel#Adventure#CapeTown#Nature

🇿🇦Cape Town — the world food capital of 2025! 🍽🌍 🥇 In 2024, Cape Town topped the ranking of the best cities in the world for gastronomic tourism by Condé Nast Traveller. 🍣 In 2025, the city is again in the world’s top 10 for food, coming second to Tokyo, while remaining the only representative of South Africa among the leaders 🥂 🌅 According to Time Out, Cape Town is also recognized as the best city in the world 2025, for its food, vibrant atmosphere, stunning views, and the happiness of residents and visitors. 🍷 From fresh seafood to African-inspired culinary masterpieces — Cape Town is a must-visit destination in 2025! #CapeTown#SouthAfrica#GastronomicTourism#Foodie#Travel#WorldCuisine#CondeNastTraveller#TimeOut#Africa

Announcement: Meet the Traveler Anton KROTOV 🌍✈️ 🗓 January 14, Wednesday, 19:00 📍 Yekaterinburg, “Library Center”, 193 Mamina-Sibiryaka St. 🎙Anton KROTOV — traveler and author of 68 books, who has hitchhiked through 150 countries — will share how to travel around the world without spending more money than you currently have (in Russian). 🌍Anton has already traveled through South Africa and calls Cape Town one of his favorite cities in Africa. He now plans to visit this amazing country again. 🎟 Free admission! 🔗 Sources: https://vk.com/wall7425734_65047 https://vk.com/wall-217454625_1 #Travel#AntonKrotov#Lecture#Yekaterinburg#SouthAfrica#CapeTown#WorldWithoutBorders#Author#Books

🇿🇦Вот как в ЮАР отмечают 🗓 1 и 2 января: 🎆 фейерверки и 🎭Карнавал менестрелей в Кейптауне — один из самых ярких и самобытных праздников страны! 📹 Видео на русском: https://t.me/tvbrics/8771 #ЮАР#Кейптаун#Праздники#Карнавал#НовыйГод#Традиции#Культура _________ 🇿🇦 Here’s how South Africa celebrates 🗓 January 1 and 2: 🎆 fireworks and 🎭 the Minstrel Carnival in Cape Town — one of the country’s most colorful and unique traditions! 📹 Video in Russian: https://t.me/tvbrics/8771 #SouthAfrica#CapeTown#Holidays#Carnival#NewYear#Traditions#Culture

🎆Happy New Year, everyone! Wishing you health, happiness, and joy in the year ahead! 📹 New Year in Cape Town 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6YTVmlpR4o #NewYear#HappyNewYear#CapeTown#SouthAfrica#NewYearVibes

🏘Bo-Kaap — one of Cape Town’s most iconic neighborhoods, formerly known as the Malay Quarter. A living monument to Malay cultural heritage, Bo-Kaap is home to the Nurul Islam Mosque, built in 🗓1844, one of the oldest mosques in South Africa 🕌 🌈 The area is famous for its brightly painted houses, cobblestoned streets, and unmistakable character — a visual signature of Cape Town and a favorite destination for photographers 📷 Beyond its colorful facades, Bo-Kaap represents: — centuries of migration history — cultural resilience — traditions preserved through community, food, and faith 📸 Photos: http://digitalassets.southafrica.net #BoKaap#CapeTown#History#Culture#SouthAfrica#Heritage

☕️Heaven Coffee Shop at the Cape Town Methodist Church A small coffee shop inside a large historical church is a unique and atmospheric experience. You can freely stroll around the hall, play chess, enjoy great coffee with desserts, and take beautiful photos. 📸 🕊Tip: Take your time — the space invites relaxation and admiration of the architecture. 🔗https://t.me/capetown_in_russian/1232 #CapeTown#Coffee#Leisure#Tourism#HeavenCoffeeShop

🎶 Дэвид Уоткинс «Рождество в Кейптауне» 🎄 _____________ 🎶David Watkyns Christmas in Cape Town🎄 Christmas In Cape Town You won’t see any snowfall At this time of year No reindeer in the valley As the mistletoe appears And underneath the blue sky Is a perfect summer’s day with beaches filled with people All the beauty on display Cause when it's Christmas in Cape Town There's happiness and joy And smiles upon the faces Of every boy and girl The sun is shining brightly Over mountains and the seas When it’s Christmas in Cape Town It’s a special place to be Take a walk on Table Mountain Or on the grand parade And we’ll see the minstrels dancing With an umbrella for shade In the night-time there’ll be music New people you can meet And the lights will shine down brightly All the way down Adderley Street And there’s not another place I’d rather be Cause when it's Christmas in Cape Town There's happiness and joy And smiles upon the faces Of every boy and girl The sun is shining brightly Over mountains and the seas When it’s Christmas in Cape Town It’s a special place to be When it's Christmas in Cape Town There's happiness and joy And smiles upon the faces Of every boy and girl The sun is shining brightly Over mountains and the seas When it’s Christmas in Cape Town It’s a special place to be, to be And the sun is shining brightly Over mountains and the seas When it’s Christmas in Cape Town It’s a special place for me 📹https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Zr_Ub94muk #Christmas#SouthAfrica#Capetown#DavidWatkyns#Music

🎨Southern Guild Cape Town is one of the most influential contemporary art galleries in South Africa and the Global South. Operating at the intersection of art, design, and architecture, Southern Guild represents internationally acclaimed artists and designers. The gallery is known for its bold exhibitions, experimental approaches, and thoughtful engagement with social and cultural narratives 🌍✨ 📍 The Cape Town space is an artwork in itself — striking minimalist architecture, carefully curated light, and a strong dialogue with the surrounding city. 🖼 At Southern Guild, you can discover: — contemporary painting and sculpture — collectible design — interdisciplinary projects — works by African and international creators ✨ Southern Guild is where African creativity speaks to the global art world. #SouthernGuild#CapeTown#ContemporaryArt#AfricanArt#ArtGallery#Design#GlobalSouth#SouthAfrica

🕊Nobel Square in Cape Town honors four South African Nobel Peace Prize laureates: Albert Luthuli, Desmond Tutu, Frederik de Klerk, and Nelson Mandela. ✨ The life-sized bronze statues celebrate their legacy of peace, justice, and the struggle against apartheid. Located at the V&A Waterfront, this spot attracts both locals and visitors who come to reflect on the country’s history and its journey toward freedom. 🇿🇦 #History#SouthAfrica#CapeTown#NobelPrize