Cape Town - Exactly 22 years ago to the day on Monday, the Two Oceans Aquarium opened its doors to the public.
From its humble beginnings, today the aquarium is home to a wide variety of species from around the world.
The clownfish tank is a favourite with children. Picture: Tracey Adams/ANA Pictures
Situated at the V&A Waterfront, it is one of the top tourist attractions in Cape Town.
The Two Oceans Aquarium's humble beginnings. Picture: Supplied
Consisting of seven galleries with massive windows for visitors to be able to witness life under the sea, the aquarium is home to more than 3 000 living sea animals, including sharks, fish, turtles and penguins.
Picture: Jeffrey Abrahams/ANA Pictures
However, at the centre of the aquarium's existence is its role as a key player in raising environmental awareness through its exhibits, conservation, and education programmes.
Picture: Henk Kruger/ANA Pictures
It has gained recognition as a leading environmental education centre in South Africa.
Picture: Henk Kruger/ANA Pictures
It is also globally respected for its excellent standards of animal agriculture and the skill of its staff in collecting and transporting live animals.