Robben Island is a small island located off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa. It gained global recognition as a prison where many prominent political prisoners, including Nelson Mandela, were incarcerated during the apartheid era. The island served as a high-security prison for nearly three centuries, housing activists, intellectuals, and freedom fighters who challenged the racial segregation policies of the South African government. Today, the Robben Island tour in Cape Town allows visitors to explore the island's historic prison and learn about its powerful story of struggle and triumph.