The colors will intensify when spring season arrives.
But for now, let's see what I could get on camera.
The little green dots on the hills are all young olive trees. Some of our olive oils have received international awards for quality, and there are a few olive farms in our area. Now don't get me wrong and start to plant your own olive trees, as it is all a very intensive procedure, and olive trees require special agricultural soils.
Another fact is that there are many olive tree varieties, and one has to prepare the soil for the specific trees that one will plant. I have to say that cold pressed extra-virgin olive oil has a few health benefits, but I am not an expert, and I only mention of what I was told and read. Apparently, they contain antioxidants, healthy fats, vitamins and it reduces inflammation. I am sure that there are more health benefits.
I will take you along the hills to the mountains. So, come and walk with me.
Two shots below of a land that will eventually be covered in olive trees.
This is where the hills meet with the mountains.
Look here! We nearly stumbled over these Arum lilies in a small stream on our walk, and isn't it a lovely sight?
Right, and here below are the mountains.
Look how a drop of sunshine falls upon that top peak of the first valley at the back of the valley.
Don't see it? Here below is a closer shot. Look at the top peak.
And so, maybe one day, I will qualify as a nature tour guide, as there is so much to see and to share with others over here. Mountains, farms, nature reserves, botanical gardens, mountain passes, rivers, dams, and even coastal tours next to the Atlantic Ocean. I could even show you the extreme southern tip of the Western Cape where the two Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.
Then there are all the penguin colonies, whales, seals, bird sanctuaries, animal rehabilitation centers, aquariums, hiking trails, historical sites, and so much else. You will find the people very friendly here, and the old farmers all welcome visitors. Some of them have restaurants with great food, good wines, and various activities for visitors.
Such is life here.
I hope you enjoyed the pictures and the walk.
Photos by Zac Smith. All-Rights-Reserved.
Camera: Canon PowershotSX70HS Bridge camera.
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