Newlands is perhaps, internationally, best known for its cricket and rugby stadiums – thousands of sports fans frequent the suburb to watch enthralling local and international sporting events every year.

Newlands is however, more than just the stadiums. Newlands is one of the most beautiful and green suburbs in Cape Town and Newlands Forest, which forms part of the sprawling suburb, provides the perfect vantage point for a walking adventure up Table Mountain.

This tranquil suburb also provides easy and central access to all areas of Cape Town and all the greatest attractions are a short drive away from this lush suburb.

Almost all Newlands accommodation comes complete with a magnificent view of Table Mountain, and you can find your perfect holiday or business rental here.

A key, must-see highlight of Newlands is Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden – home to more types of plant life than found in the entire British Isles.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, set against the Eastern slopes of Table Mountain, was founded in 1913 and is world-renowned for the diverse beauty of Cape flora on display.

The Garden grows only indigenous South African plants, and the 528-hectare estate supports a diverse fynbos flora and natural forest. The cultivated garden displays collections of South African plants, particularly those from the winter rainfall region of the country, the Western Cape.

Held within the spectacular Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, the outdoor Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts, as sponsored by Old Mutual, take place every Sunday from early December until April.

These concerts are a fantastic way to enjoy a Sunday sunset in Cape Town. The open-air amphitheatre concerts cater for all music tastes, from jazz, folk, rock to big band Swing and are a delightful way to enjoy the surroundings and unwind. The concerts offer a unique experience and part of the charm lies in the warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with music-lovers picnicking on the soft grass banks that slope downward towards the stage.

With only five concerts left this season, a myriad of great South African artists have been showcased this year, including Shaun Morgan of Seether, Freshlyground, The Parlotones and Prime Circle.

Still to come in this season are: The Dirty Skirts (15 March 2009); aKING (22 March 2009); The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (29 March 2009); the UCT Rag Concert (04 April 2009) and HHP and Friends (05 April 2009).

At a pretty price, of R40 to R50, tickets are popular and gates open at 15h30 so, best you get there early and pick a prime spot. Concerts start at 17h30 and offer you the ultimate sunset experience, with soft tunes to soothe your soul.

For more information, please call the Information Office on +27 21 799 8783.