As tired old buildings make way for trendy new ones, a little bit of history is rewritten, but the area itself will forever retain its roots in the past. Strand Street was so named because of its proximity to the beach before much of the waterfront land was reclaimed. The midday noon-gun on nearby Signal Hill is a constant reminder of the early 1900’s and the vibrant Bo-Kaap with its brightly painted houses and equally colourful characters adds to the tradition and charm of this unique setting.