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The cloud that gives life to Cape Town - The magic of Table Mountain’s tablecloth | DW Documentary
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In Cape Town, South Africa, a remarkable cloud phenomenon sometimes crowns Table Mountain. Known as the "tablecloth," this misty blanket spills over the flat summit to drape itself over the cliffs, ocean and city below.
The mist that forms here plays a vital role in the region's climate. The tablecloth regulates the temperature, feeding groundwater and rivers. It helps sustain the remarkable biod…
In Cape Town, South Africa, a remarkable cloud phenomenon sometimes crowns Table Mountain. Known as the "tablecloth," this misty blanket spills over the flat summit to drape itself over the cliffs, ocean and city below.
The mist that forms here plays a vital role in the region's climate. The tablecloth regulates the temperature, feeding groundwater and rivers. It helps sustain the remarkable biod…
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