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- Swakopmund
Swakopmund
Swakopmund is an enchanting little seaside town in the middle of
the Namib Desert. Often described as 'a slice of Germany on the
edge of the desert', it has many fine German colonial buildings and
a distinctly German character. Along with the region's food
specialities (rock lobster, fish and Swakopmund oysters),
traditional German fare, including sausages and pastries, can be
enjoyed; German is also widely spoken among the residents of
Swakopmund.
A popular beach resort in Namibia, Swakopmund is full of local
tourists on the weekends, particularly the main beach area, called
the Mole. Swakopmund is known as a paradise for extreme sports, and
popular activities include sand boarding, paragliding, dune
carting, hot air ballooning, shark fishing and quad biking. The
stretch of coast is also particularly known for its good beach
angling.
Visitors who aren't looking for death-defying activities will
enjoy attractions in Swakopmund like the Cape Cross Seal Colony,
the National Marine Aquarium, and the Rossmund Desert Golf Course,
one of only five all-grass desert golf courses in the world.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language, but many people also
speak Afrikaans and German. There are also several indigenous
languages spoken, mainly in the rural areas.
Money
The official currency is the Namibian Dollar (NAD) divided into
100 cents. Its value is equal to the South African Rand, which is
also accepted as legal currency in Namibia. Major credit cards are
accepted. Travellers cheques and foreign currency can be exchanged
at any bank or bureau de change, though cash is more expensive to
exchange than travellers cheques. ATMs are available in larger
towns only.