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Windhoek (/ ˈ w ɪ n d h ʊ k /, Afrikaans: [ˈvəntɦuk] ⓘ; German: Windhuk [ˈvɪnthʊk] ⓘ; Khoekhoe: ǀAi-ǁGams; Otjiherero: Otjomuise) is the capital and largest city of Namibia. It is located in central Namibia in the Khomas Highland plateau area, at around 1,700 m (5,600 ft) above sea level, almost exactly at the country's ...
Many visitors to Namibia start their adventure in Windhoek, the capital and largest city of this South African country. Nama, Herero, German, Afrikaans, and British cultures have influenced the growth and development of Windhoek.
Find out the best attractions, tours and activities in Windhoek, Namibia's capital city. Explore the Namibia Craft Centre, NamibRand Nature Reserve, Christuskirche, National Botanic Garden and more.
Aug 12, 2024 · Windhoek, town, capital of Namibia, located roughly in the centre of the country. It lies at an elevation of 5,428 feet (1,654 metres) and is about 400 miles (650 km) north of the Orange River and 760 miles (1,225 km) north of Cape Town, South Africa.
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- Christuskirche. Windhoek’s best-recognised landmark, and something of an unofficial symbol of the city, this German Lutheran church stands on a traffic island and lords…
- Daan Viljoen Game Park. This beautiful wildlife park sits in the Khomas Hochland about 18km west of Windhoek. You can walk to your heart’s content through lovely wildlife-rich…
- National Museum of Namibia. The excellent display on Namibia’s independence at the country’s historical museum provides some enlightening context to the struggles of this young…
- Zoo Park. Although this leafy park served as a public zoo until 1962, today it functions primarily as a picnic spot and shady retreat for lunching office workers…
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Learn about the history, culture and attractions of Windhoek, the largest and most diverse city in Namibia. Find out when to visit, where to stay, what to do and how to get there from Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Situated roughly in the center of the country, Windhoek is the largest and capital city... The name ‘Windhoek’ is derived from Afrikaans meaning ‘windy corner’.
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