Windhoek is a city that possesses the unique charm of its harmonious blend of African and European cultures, a thriving metropolis that is a combination of modernity and history.
Often described as one of the cleanest capitals in Africa Windhoek the capital city of Namibia, its streets is dotted with architecture that date back 100 years mixed with modern buildings, surrounded by a scenic rocky, mountainous semi-arid topography.
Windhoek located almost at the exact geographical centre of the Southern African nation, is the administrative, commercial, and industrial center of Namibia.
The City is home to Namibia’s largest airport with international connections, Hosea Kutako International Airport, named after a Namibian hero.
A recycling plant that reclaims water from domestic water into drinking water that is internationally renowned as the first in the world and has been operational for 32 years is a source of pride and at the same time a way of life for the residents of the metropolis.
Windhoek is one of the world’s major centres for the karakul sheep-skin trade, a trade that was born out of sheep rearing in the country. After all sheep is a delicacy in the country, ‘Smileys’ sheep heads is a much loved local dish, along with mopane worms (highly nutritious and some regard it as truly delicious) and tripe (lining from the stomachs of various farm animals) a common delicacy across Africa.
The city is surrounded by a scenic nature where one can go for a game drive, cycling and nature walk. Beautiful lodges and farms offer interesting activities. It also has a vibrant night life with colour cocktails, local beers and spirits being offered in joints.
Windhoek is not a big city and is eminently walkable; add to this a mixed population, a pedestrian-friendly city centre, a relaxed, relatively hassle-free pace and an utterly cosmopolitan outlook and Windhoek makes for a very pleasant exploration indeed. Neo-baroque cathedral spires, as well as a few seemingly misplaced German castles, punctuate the skyline, and complement the steel-and-glass high-rises according to the Lonely Planet
