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Black and white rhinos have many differences. Visually the white rhino is wide-lipped and the black rhino has a hooked, prehensile upper lip.
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This journey takes you from Windhoek, to the tourist mecca of Swakopmund with its
temperate climate, unique scenery and a never ending list of things to do.
From here travel north to the World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein, regarded as one of the richest and oldest collections of rock art in Africa. Continue your travels along the northern tip of Namibia to Epupa Falls, a series of cascading water falls where the Kunene River drops a total of 60 mtr over a distance of about 1,5 km into a myriad of rock pools. |
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| From the Editor |
From Swakopmund, with its wonderful "year-round" climate and scenic beauty offering tourists a rich experience, to the sheer magnitude of falling water! This journey takes you through vast dune seas and rugged canyons to a massive open-air art gallery for the rock connoisseur! Meet the Himba Tribe, noted for their sculptural beauty! This beautiful part of Namibia will leave the traveller with many warm memories.
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| Yours in Travel |
| Melissa Mann |
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| Swakopmund, founded in 1892, is Namibia's premier beach resort. The city is 1 of the best preserved examples of German architecture outside Germany. |
Twyfelfontein, meaning "Doubtful Spring", has one of the most extensive galleries of rock engravings in the world. They mainly depict animals and their tracks.
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The Epupa Falls are one of Namibia's prime scenic destinations.
The rushing water has a seasonal peak flow of more than 500 000 litres per second. |
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Mammals of Africa |
Trees of Africa |
Birds of Africa |
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North west Namibia has the largest unfenced population of black rhino in Africa. "Save The Rhino Trust" has reduced poaching and the rhino population is flourishing.
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Found in the north west, the Ana tree, (Faidherbia albida), with its cream flowers and nutritious pods, is an important source of food for the animals of the desert. |
The Bare-cheeked Babbler is one of Namibia's near-endemic birds.
Extremely vocal,
they're found in small groups, feeding on the ground or sitting in trees. |
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Wine of Africa |
Foods of Africa |
Culture & Art of Africa |
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Kristall Kellerei opened in 1990 and is the first and only wine cellar in Namibia.
Two different wines are produced; Colombard and Ruby Cabernet.
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Omajowa, or anthill mushrooms appear at the foot of termite hills after the rains. They can weigh up to 1kg and are often used in soups and stews! |
Kaokoland is home to some 6000 Himba.
Clothes, hair and jewellery hold a special meaning and form an important part of their tradition and culture.
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