Introducing Windhoek
Namibia’s Central Highlands are dominated by its small, German-influenced capital, Windhoek, which serves as the country’s geographical heart and commercial nerve centre. Set among low hills at an elevation of 1660m, the capital city enjoys dry, clean air, a healthy highland climate, and an optimistic outlook that sets an example for all of Africa.
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Windhoek’s population reflects the country’s ethnic mix: on the streets, you’ll see Owambo, Kavango, Herero, Damara and Caprivian people, together with Nama, San and Europeans, all contributing to the hustle and bustle – but only during working hours. While Windhoek provides about as much action as Namibia has to offer, ‘vibrant’ probably isn’t the best word to describe this surprisingly staid and orderly capital city.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Sossusvlei- easy to get to from Windhoek/worth going to see?
by chutti 31 May 2012
Thanks for your reply! Was it easy to organise the trip from Windhoek to Cape Town- as in did you book it a lot in advance? Do you know…
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RE: Sossusvlei- easy to get to from Windhoek/worth going to see?
by ambarush 31 May 2012
I have stayed at both Cardboard Box and Chameleon Backpackers. Prefered Chameleon, both dorm and private rooms. For the last few visits…
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Sossusvlei- easy to get to from Windhoek/worth going to see?
by chutti 31 May 2012
I'm travelling to Windhoek from Livingstone (with Intercape- has anyone done this route before? I will also be going with Intercape from…
