There is something rather poignant about relaxing on a bench at one of the look-out points and taking in the views while knowing that that particular spot had a special significance for an individual who has now departed from this world.
This practice of endowing a bench in memory of a loved one goes back over 100 years. An annual fee is supposed to be paid to the Municipality, but some families leave Hermanus and many of the donors are in arrears. A further complication is that in recent times the brass plaques on several benches have been stolen or damaged.
There are at least 160 benches along the 12 km long Cliff Path stretching from the New Harbour to Grotto Beach.
(Article from Hermanus History Society.)
Life is fleeting, celebrate every moment.
Log sheet is waterproof paper – please use pencil or ballpoint pen only.