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The Alte Feste Fort was founded in 1890 by German commander Kurt Von Francois. The stone construction and location on the high ground was intended to protect the Capital of Windhoek. The fort was used during the German colonial era was used as a headquarters of the German colonial troops (Schutztruppe) until 1915. After Namibia became a British protectorate it served as the headquarters for the South African troops. In 1935 it served as a hostel for Windhoek High School and in 1957 it was declared a national monument. Today it houses the National Museum of Namibia.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
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Having a Windhoek in Windhoek. I'm talking about beer !!!
Ok, let's explain it easier, once in Windhoek, the city, I suggest one should try a Windhoek, the beer.
Windhoek Draught is good stuff.
This beer is really good. I highly recommend it.
Pictured on this tip, I'm enjoying a Windhoek Draught with my local occasional friends: Myself in the middle, Mr Mereke on my left and on my right is Janek of South Africa. (April 2010).
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Updated Aug 12, 2010
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The Gibeon Meteorites were a massive 150 tons fall of space debris near the town of Gibeon, in Southern Namibia. They were first reported by Capt. J.E. Alexander in 1838, but are estimated to have fallen thousands of years ago. 31 of the original 77 meteorites are displayed on steel columns so you can have a closer look at what was the largest such meteor shower in the world - ever. The meteorites themselves are estimated to be 4 BILLION years old! I wish this was signposted as I didn’t realise its importance until after I left Windhoek. If you are interested, you can actually buy pieces of these meteorites on several internet sites.
Updated Nov 23, 2009
Address: POST STREET MALL
Website: http://www.meteoritemarket.com/GNinfo.htm
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The Botanical gardens in Windhoek is worth visiting for an hour or more.
The gardens have some beautiful plants, including aloes, quiver trees etc.
It is also possible to buy plants from the nursery at the gardens.
Entrance is free.
Written Nov 10, 2009
Phone: + 264 - 61 - 202 2014
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The Dan Viljoen National Park is one of the smallest in Namibia, but it is unique for the area because of its small lake in the middle. It is perfect place for short walks and trekking. The landscape is just amazing and it is very close to Windhoek so you can visit this place even if you have only one day.
Updated Oct 17, 2009
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It takes 10 hours to drive from Windhoek to Skeleton coast. The roads are bad. 2 days travel on a camping car are the minimum according to the local people. Price from 4000 N$ with guide. Or rent your own car.
Written Oct 10, 2009
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The clock tower in Independence Avenue is a copy of the original Deutsche Afrikabank clock tower from 1908. But it's a nice construction. If you go downwards from the clock tower in the junction of Independence Avenue, you will find a shopping center. This is the main commercial area in the downtown.
Written Oct 9, 2009
Address: Independence Ave
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Reiterdenkmal monument, man on a horse monument, was build in the early 1910s after the defeat of the Herero and Nama uprising. It symbolises the victory of the German Schutztruppe. Only fallen Germans are remembered with this monument. The monument is therefore not so popular by the Namibians, and will maybe be teared down a day in the future...
The monument is in front of the "Alte Feste" (Old Fortress).
Updated Oct 8, 2009
Address: Robert Mugabe avenue.
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The "Alte Feste" (Old Fortress) was completed in 1890 during the German colonization of Namibia, and is the oldest standing building in the city. It was the military headquarter in 1915. In 1957 it was declared a national monument. It now houses the state museum with independence collection.
Updated Oct 8, 2009
Address: Robert Mugabe Avenue.
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The Hoba meteorit in Grootfontain, northern Namibia, is the largest known meteorit on the earth with its 60 tons of iron and nickel. It fell into the earth for 80,000 years ago, and is estimated to be 300 mill years old. Pieces of this meteorit is located in stands in downtown Windhoek.
Written Oct 8, 2009
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