Namibia is a country in Southern Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Namibia that most people don't know.
Namibia's Namib Desert is the oldest desert on Earth at 55 million years old. The sand dunes of Sossusvlei are among the world's tallest — some exceed 300 metres — and glow a fiery red-orange at sunrise in one of nature's most spectacular displays.
Namibia has the oldest desert in the world — the Namib Desert is 55 million years old.
Sossusvlei has the world's highest sand dunes — some over 300m tall.
Namibia is the second least densely populated country in the world.
Namibia was the first country in the world to include environmental protection in its constitution.
Namibia's Namib Desert is the oldest desert on Earth at 55 million years old. The sand dunes of Sossusvlei are among the world's tallest — some exceed 300 metres — and glow a fiery red-orange at sunrise in one of nature's most spectacular displays.
Namibia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
Towering 300m red sand dunes surrounding a salt pan — among Earth's most dramatic landscapes
One of Africa's greatest game parks — a vast salt pan surrounded by wildlife
The second largest canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon — 160km long and 550m deep
One of the world's most desolate coastlines — shipwrecks, seal colonies and desert meeting the Atlantic
Namibia's Namib Desert is the oldest desert on Earth at 55 million years old. The sand dunes of Sossusvlei are among the world's tallest — some exceed 300 metres — and glow a fiery red-orange at sunrise in one of nature's most spectacular displays.
The capital of Namibia is Windhoek.
Namibia has a population of approximately 2.6M.
The official language of Namibia is English.
Namibia gained independence in 1990.
Namibia uses the Namibian Dollar (NAD).