Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM Lens
Philadelphia, Cape Town, Philadelphia Town Entrance
Visiting Philadelphia
An impromptu drive on a crisp December Monday morning took us to the small, rustic and tourist-friendly town of Philadelphia, (approximately 37 km's via the N7 towards Malmesbury), from Cape Town, for some tourist / street photography.
The Philadelphia village was established in 1836 from a parish of the Dutch Reformed Church. Various signages on notice boards and old buildings are daily reminders of the proud heritage of this quaint original settlement. Today the town is still relatively small with impeccably tidiness across the residential and trading areas.
Philadelphia provided us with another opportunity to use the nimble Canon EOS 6D Mark II paired with the Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 IS USM lens and the ever-green Canon EOS 6D paired with the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens. Both bodies / lens pairings performed exceptionally well, So much optical creativity and Canon technology embedded inside...
The majority of shops in Philadelphia are closed on a Monday and the town was therefore mostly deserted of locals and / or tourists. Only a few shops here and there were open for browsing. The Pepper Tree Art Stable and Coffee shop served us fresh roasted coffee and a few slices of a decadent lemon meringue pie. Compliments to the baker...!
Philadelphia is definitely worth another visit. It is also possible from here, through the countryside to drive to Wellington, Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. (see Philadelphia Map below)
All Images Copyright Vernon Chalmers Photography : Vernon Chalmers Copyright Policy
The Philadelphia village was established in 1836 from a parish of the Dutch Reformed Church. Various signages on notice boards and old buildings are daily reminders of the proud heritage of this quaint original settlement. Today the town is still relatively small with impeccably tidiness across the residential and trading areas.
Philadelphia provided us with another opportunity to use the nimble Canon EOS 6D Mark II paired with the Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 IS USM lens and the ever-green Canon EOS 6D paired with the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens. Both bodies / lens pairings performed exceptionally well, So much optical creativity and Canon technology embedded inside...
The majority of shops in Philadelphia are closed on a Monday and the town was therefore mostly deserted of locals and / or tourists. Only a few shops here and there were open for browsing. The Pepper Tree Art Stable and Coffee shop served us fresh roasted coffee and a few slices of a decadent lemon meringue pie. Compliments to the baker...!
Philadelphia is definitely worth another visit. It is also possible from here, through the countryside to drive to Wellington, Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. (see Philadelphia Map below)
All Images Copyright Vernon Chalmers Photography : Vernon Chalmers Copyright Policy
'Tour our Town' Philadelphia, Cape Town : Town Map
NG Kerk / Dutch Reformed Church Philadelphia, Cape Town
NG Kerk / Dutch Reformed Church Philadelphia, Cape Town
Philadelphia, Cape Town NG Kerk / Dutch Reformed Church Signage (Since 1863)
Philadelphia, Cape Town Vintage Farmer Tractor
Philadelphia, Cape Town Garden Goblins
Philadelphia, Cape Town Magic Minerals Shop Signage
Inside Magic Minerals Shop, Philadelphia, Cape Town
Magic Minerals Dragon Head, Philadelphia, Cape Town
Pink Daisy Flowers, Philadelphia, Cape Town (Auto-ISO 5000)
Pepper Tree Art Stable and Coffee Shop, Philadelphia, Cape Town
Photo of Painting Philadelphia Cape Town, Pepper Tree Art Stable and Coffee Shop
Pepper Tree Art Stable and Coffee Shop Books, Philadelphia, Cape Town
More About Philadelphia, Cape Town
"Philadelphia is a charming rural village located about 38 km north of Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It's known for its historic buildings, scenic countryside, and friendly community.
It's wonderful how such a quaint village can offer so many activities and attractions. From savouring delicious home-cooked meals at Peppertree Art Stable & Coffee Shop to experiencing the thrill of microlight flights, there's something for everyone.
Here are some highlights of what you can do and see in Philadelphia:
- Peppertree Art Stable & Coffee Shop: Enjoy fine home-cooked cuisine under a large pepper tree in a country-style setting.
- Capaia Wines: Visit for wine tasting and enjoy the scenic vineyards.
- Mountain View Horse Trails: Go on horseback rides through the Cape Town farmlands.
- De Malle Meul: A great spot for Sunday lunch with a large buffet spread.
- Self-Drive Cape Town to Wellington: Take a scenic drive through beautiful countryside.
- Microlight Introduction Flights: Experience the thrill of soaring over land and sea in a microlight.
Philadelphia is a perfect destination for those looking to experience the tranquility of rural life while still being close to the amenities of Cape Town." (Source: Microsoft Copilot)
Philadelphia, Cape Town, Google Map / Directions
N7 Towards Malmesbury From Cape Town (+- 38 Km's from Cape Town)
Camera / Lens for Philadelphia, Cape Town Photography (Vernon Chalmers Images)
- Canon EOS 6D Mark II (Full-Frame)
- Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM lens
- Lexar Professional 64GB UHS-I 160MB/S /1066x Speed
Exposure / Focus Settings for Philadelphia, Cape Town Photography
- Autofocus On
- Aperture Priority (Av) Mode
- Apertures (f/4 - f/11)
- Auto ISO (100 - 5000)
- Shutter Speeds (Various)
- Image Stabilisation On
- Handheld
- Philadelphia, Cape Town Photography, Image Post-Processing
- Lightroom Classic (Ver 13.5) - Minor Adjustments / RAW to JPEG Conversion
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