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Photo: Diego Delso, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.Explore the stunning landscapes, rich cultures, and unique history of Namibia, from ancient deserts to historic ghost towns.
Desert Explorer 0–4 · Savanna Wanderer 5–8 · Keeper of the Dunes 9–10
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Sossusvlei is a salt and clay pan surrounded by high red dunes, located in the southern part of the Namib Desert. The Namib is considered one of the oldest deserts in the world, having endured arid conditions for millions of years.
Photo: Ikiwaner, Wikimedia Commons, GFDL 1.2.
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The Skeleton Coast got its eerie name from the whale and seal bones that once littered the shore, as well as the skeletal remains of shipwrecked vessels. The cold Benguela Current creates dense ocean fog, making navigation incredibly dangerous.
Photo: Hp.Baumeler, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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The Fish River Canyon features a gigantic ravine, stretching about 160 kilometers long and up to 27 kilometers wide. It is a highly popular hiking destination, though the multi-day trek is physically demanding and only permitted during the cooler winter months.
Photo: RudiBosbouer, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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The Caprivi Strip was acquired by Germany in 1890 to give the colony access to the Zambezi River and a route to the Indian Ocean. Today, this lush, water-rich corridor is a striking contrast to the arid landscapes found in the rest of Namibia.
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The Himba are semi-nomadic pastoralists in northern Namibia. The red-orange otjize paste they apply symbolizes the earth's rich red color and blood, which represents life, while also protecting them from the harsh desert sun and insect bites.
Photo: Yves Picq http://veton.picq.fr, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Kolmanskop was built in the early 1900s during a diamond rush but was abandoned by the 1950s. Today, the desert sand has filled the interiors of the grand German-style houses, creating a surreal and eerie landscape popular with photographers.
Photo: SkyPixels, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Kapana is a beloved street delicacy cooked over open-fire grills, especially in the township of Katutura in Windhoek. Customers gather around the grill to eat the freshly cooked meat directly, often dipping it in a blend of salt, chili, and spices.
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Brandberg Mountain, meaning 'Fire Mountain' in Afrikaans, rises to 2,573 meters. It is home to the famous 'White Lady' rock painting, which is thousands of years old and was created by ancient San hunters.
Photo: Olga Ernst, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Frankie Fredericks won Namibia's very first Olympic medals: silver in both the 100m and the 200m at Barcelona 1992, and again in both events at Atlanta 1996. In 1993 he also became his country's first world champion, winning the 200m in Stuttgart.
Photo: Eckhard Pecher (Arcimboldo), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5.
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Etosha National Park is dominated by the Etosha Pan, a dry lakebed that covers about a quarter of the park's area. During the dry season, wildlife congregates in huge numbers around the perennial waterholes, offering spectacular game viewing.
Photo: Yathin S Krishnappa, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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