The African Galleries: Windhoek


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This armoured train was built to supress anti-aparteid demonstrations, but proved too heavy for the tracks and was never used.
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One of the many Germanic style buildings reflecting Namibia's colonial past.
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The Trans-Namib Railway Museum is well worth a visit.
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Central Windhoek from the air. As cities go, Windhoek is modern, compact and feel extremely safe.
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Windhoek nestles among the hills of Central Namibia.
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The approach to Windhoek's Eros Airport.

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