London’s new “Sky Pool” vs. local swimming gems

As Capetonians, we’re all guilty of not knowing the full potential of our Mother City – how could we with so much on offer. From unique hidden gem getaways, to dreamy swimming spots, and waterfalls that feel like they’re from a fairytale, our home is dotted with incredible features worth boasting about.

CNN released images of London’s new freestanding acrylic pool (the largest in the world, nogal!). The “Sky Pool” stretches 25-meters between the tenth stories of two residential skyscrapers in southwest London’s Nine Elms neighbourhood.

Take a look:

London's new see-through Sky Pool is the largest freestanding acrylic pool structure in the world https://t.co/0nKOPwoWdA pic.twitter.com/MMFxJDOMcs

— CNN (@CNN) May 1, 2021

Now, we’re not biased or anything, but we think we have some local swimming spots that can definitely compete with this. Take a look at these next-level local locations.

Gorgeous George Hotel, Cape Town

 

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The Baths Natural Hot Springs, Citrusdal

 

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Long Street Baths & Turkish Steam Bath, Gardens

 

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Crystal Pools, Steenbras River Gorge, Helderberg

 

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Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel rooftop pool, Gardens