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Namibia
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October 2014
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Did you know
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Skeleton Coast: The Skeleton Coast is known for its shipwrecks, dense fogs, and strong currents. Its eerie landscape and treacherous waters have given it the nickname "The Land God Made in Anger."
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World's Oldest Desert: The Namib Desert is estimated to be the oldest desert in the world, with some parts having experienced arid conditions for at least 55 million years.
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Sossusvlei Dunes: Namibia is home to Sossusvlei, where you'll find some of the highest sand dunes in the world, reaching almost 400 meters. The vibrant reds and oranges of the dunes provide spectacular photo opportunities, especially at sunrise and sunset.
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Astrophotographer's Dream: With its clear, light-pollution-free skies, Namibia is one of the best places in the world for stargazing and astrophotography.
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The Fairy Circles Mystery: In the Namib Desert, there are thousands of circular patches of land void of plants called "fairy circles." Their formation is a natural phenomenon that continues to puzzle scientists.
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Wild Horses of the Namib: Namibia is home to a population of wild horses, known as the Namib Desert Horses, which have adapted to the harsh conditions of the desert.
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Cultural Tapestry: The country has a rich cultural heritage with several ethnic groups, including the Himba, whose traditions and semi-nomadic lifestyle have been preserved over the centuries.
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Unique Adaptations: The desert-adapted elephants of Namibia have longer legs and smaller bodies than other African elephants, adaptations that allow them to travel across vast desert landscapes.
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Conservation Pioneer: Namibia was the first African country to incorporate environmental protection into its constitution. Today, over 40% of its land is under conservation management.
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Low Population Density: Namibia is the second least densely populated country in the world after Mongolia, which means plenty of unspoiled landscapes for visitors to explore.
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Rich in Diamonds: Namibia is known for its diamond production and is home to some of the world's richest diamond mines. It was also the site of the ancient, long-shore diamond rush in the early 20th century.
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Economic Development: Despite its small population, Namibia has a stable economy, with mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism as its pillars.
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German Influence: Namibia has a unique colonial history with Germany. The German language is still widely spoken, and German architecture is evident in cities like Swakopmund and Windhoek.
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