Public gets rare opportunity to visit and explore the Navy

Navy Festival has gotten under way in Simon's Town in Cape Town. Hundreds of thousands of locals and tourists have been flocking to the events as the country's navy opens its doors to the public.Visitors can explore naval hardware and equipment and witness operations at headquarters. The aim of the festival is to give the public a better understanding of the South African navy. Events at the festival include ceremonial sailing, how vessels retreat, and a night-shoot. The festival also commemorates the establishment of the naval arm of South Africa's National Defence Force