Travel Diaries: The Spitzkoppe (Spitzkoppe, Namibia)
Welcome to Spitzkoppe, Namibia! Let’s continue our travels of Africa with our next stop: Namibia’s desert! These beautiful groups of granite peaks might just remind you of the Grand Canyon, but I can assure you that they have their own mysterious beauty. The highest peak in this desert park reaches up to 5,900 feet! Clearly this place attracts many stargazers, climbers, bird watchers, rock hounds, and even geologists! The main mountain, the Spitzkoppe , is over 700 years old! Talk about an old rock! Plus, there’s so much to do here! Stargazing is one of the most fun activities because who doesn’t want to escape the city to see the stars light up the night? During the summer months you can see the main stars; Great Square, Orion, and Leo. During to winter month, you can see the Southern Cross or the Scorpio. Or throughout the year, you can see Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn! Wait are you waiting for?! Also, check out: http://www.spitzkoppe.com/index