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Windhoek & District Attractions |
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Windhoek is possibly the most attractive capital city on
the African continent having a population of about 200,00, which is small in comparison to the sprawling metropolises
of Pretoria or Lusaka, but Windhoek has its' own unique character. The
road system is well signed and easy to navigate. Clean streets with groomed
gardens, bistro cafes,
modern shopping malls, good restaurants and modern hotels. The country's
official language is English. However, Afrikaans and German are spoken
almost everywhere. You need a 1 day stay-over here.
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The Alte Feste is located on Robert Mugabe
Avenue and overlooks the city. This old German Fort now houses the
Namibia National Museum. Highly recommended and you should budget about
1 hour for your visit. The exhibits include archive photos from the
Herero Uprising of 1907, the history of the final liberation struggle,
the United Nations Transitional Period (1989-1990), Namibia's first
democratic election. Time budget 1hr
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The Geological Survey Museum is located in
the Ministry of Mines and Energy building situated in Aviation Rd. This
is near Eros Suburban Airport and directly opposite the Safari Hotel
Complex. The museum is not well advertised or known of, but is well
worth a visit. Here you can see a fascinating display of Namibia's
Geological wonders, including the remainder of the Gibeon Meteorites.
The exhibition of dinosaur fossils and Massospondylus seen at the left.
Time budget 1hr
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In the Post Street shopping mall, right in
the centre of town, is where you can see the display of 32 of the Gibeon Meteorites. This is the
largest shower of extra terrestrial bodies known to have landed on the
earth. The meteorites have a high nickel content and one has been
sliced in half, so you can see the shiny stainless-steel like interior:
Time budget 10min
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Heroes' Acre is a National Heritage Site and
is located about 5km south of the city on the B1. Namibia was under
occupation by foreign colonial forces from 1884 to 1990 and this is our
National Memorial to the Heroes and Heroines who struggled and fought
for our Independence, which was finally achieved on 21 March 1990. The
guided tours are most informative, and a visit here will give you a
better appreciation of beautiful Namibia and its people.
Time budget 2hr
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Okahandja District Attractions |
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The Gross Barmen Hot Springs Resort is
located about 25km west of Okahandja. The mineral rich thermal waters
that bubble up from deep within the earth are said to have therapeutic
values. The complex makes for a relaxing stay-over. The indoor thermal
pool waters are maintained at 38-40°c. The outdoor thermal
pool has a temperature of about 30°c. There are accommodation facilities
including camp sites, shop, restaurant, bar etc.
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Okahandja is one of the cultural centres for
the Herero people of Namibia. Samuel Maharero, the Chief who declared
war, on 11 January 1904, against the Imperial German Colonizers of
Namibia was laid to rest on 23 August 1923 in Okahandja near to his
ancestors. Every year on the Sunday nearest to 23 August the Herero people
gather here in ceremonial dress and pay homage to the deceased Chiefs.
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Okahandja is the home to 2 of the largest
wood carver markets in Namibia. The Curio stalls can be seen an both the
south entrance to the town and to the northern side nearby where the B1
and B2 road. You can buy just about anything wooden here from attractive
polished fruit bowls to carved animals and even canoes. Be prepared to
do get involved in some heavy bargaining if you pay these vibrant
markets a visit.
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Karibib & Usakos District Attractions |
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Ameib Bull's Party: Directions From Usakos: at the 4 way stop on the B2 road
you will see the signs to Philipp's Cave. Turn onto the D1935. After
about 10km you arrive at the junction with the D1937 road. Drive
this for about 15km arrive at Reception of Ameib Ranch. The strange and massive
rock shapes and formations at the Bull's Party will not only fascinate
you, but allow for some unusual photographs. This ranch is a must visit
and is passed-by many tourists. Time budget 2 hr
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Ranch Ameib Philipp's Cave.
Directions as above. It is about a 45 minute hike including a good
amount of rock hopping to get to the Philipp's Cave. Here you can view
the famous 'White Elephant' painting along with other animal and human
figures. The Ameib Ranch is located in the ruggedly picturesque Erongo
Mountains. The sheer granite rock faces make for some challenging
climbing. Good accommodation and camping facilities. Time Budget 2.5 hr
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Spitzkoppe:
On the B2 road about 24km west of Usakos you will
see the sign on the north side of the road for Henties Bay. Turn
onto the D1930 for about 500m then turn west onto the D1918 for
about 28km. The turn north east onto the D1925 for about 6km then
arrive at Damara Community gate for the Spitzkoppe. The inselberg towers1728
meters over the desert floor and makes a most impressive sight. Photograph the
surrealistic rock features Time Budget 3-4 hr
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Swakopmund & District Attractions |
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There's plenty to do and see in and
around Swakopmund. Unless you have been here before, and within the past
ten years, you need to plan a three day minimum stay to make your
visit worthwhile. Swakopmund is fully geared up to make your stay a
pleasurable and interesting one, plus there's plenty of activities, such
as sky-diving, camel riding, horse riding, hot air ballooning etc. It's
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Please check these links to our Namibia-1on1
site where you will find plenty of information about Swakopmund and its
surroundings.
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Local Area Map and Directions for:
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Walvis Bay & District
Attractions |
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Walvis Bay is Namibia's Premier Port and
centre of our fishing industry, but this town has also geared up for
tourism. The Wetland Bird Reserve is home to about 60,000 of Southern
Africa's Flamingos. The Lagoon has proved itself to be one of the best
places in the world for speed wind & Kite surfing with many records
captured here. Take a Dolphin & Seal cruises in the lagoon and get
served some of the locally grown Oysters with champagne.
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