One Of The Most Dramatic Rock Formations In Namibia Is The 35m High Pillar Of Rock, The Vingerklip Or

One of the most dramatic rock formations in Namibia is the 35m high pillar of rock, the Vingerklip or Finger of Stone. It stands proudly above a valley in the ancient landscape known as the Ugab terraces. A place of mystery, wind-sculpted rock and far horizons, it is a nature experience which lingers long in the memory. Nestling in this timeless valley is Vingerklip Lodge where guests are warmly welcomed. A sheltered sundowner veranda affords breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the unmatched splendour of a Namibian sunset.

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Eine der dramatischsten Felsformationen in Namibia ist die 35 m hohe Felsensäule, die Vingerklip. Sie steht stolz über einem Tal in der alten Landschaft, die als Ugab-Terrassen bekannt ist. Ein Ort der durch Erosionen geformten Felsens und der weiten Horizonte. Es ist ein Naturerlebnis, das lange in Erinnerung bleibt. In dieser zeitlosen Gegend liegt die Vingerklip Lodge. Eine geschützte Sundowner-Veranda bietet einen atemberaubenden Blick auf die umliegende Landschaft und das unvergleichliche Erlebnis eines namibischen Sonnenuntergangs.

Spitzkoppe Lodge is situated on the northern periphery of the Spitzkoppe inselberg, between huge granite boulders, which were created more than 150 million years ago. Limited use of concrete with elevated floors and decks and composite materials for walls, which can be dismantled easily, will enable nature to restore itself in just a few months after deconstruction. The tented roof shapes simulate the surrounding rock formations and soften the square building plan form. Situated on the inland edge of the Namib Desert, the climate of the Spitzkoppe Conservation Area is arid, with a mean annual rainfall of 50mm and a high evaporation rate of 3200mm per annum. Most rainfall occurs between January and April, and with the granite outcrops being impermeable, rainfall runoff collects at the foot of the outcrops creating unique micro-habitats.

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Die Spitzkoppe Lodge befindet sich am nördlichen Rand des Spitzkoppe Inselbergs zwischen riesigen Granitblöcken, die vor mehr als 150 Millionen Jahren gebildet wurden. Die begrenzte Verwendung von Beton mit erhöhten Böden und Decks sowie Verbundwerkstoffen für Wände, die leicht abgebaut werden können, ermöglicht es der Natur, sich innerhalb weniger Monate nach dem Rückbau wieder zu erholen. Die Zeltdachformen simulieren die umgebenden Felsformationen und machen die quadratische Bauplanform weicher. Das Klima des Spitzkoppe-Schutzgebiets am Binnenrand der Namib-Wüste ist trocken, mit einem durchschnittlichen jährlichen Niederschlag von 50 mm und einer hohen Verdunstungsrate von 3200 mm pro Jahr. Die meisten Niederschläge fallen zwischen Januar und April, und da die Granitaufschlüsse undurchlässig sind, sammelt sich der Niederschlag am Fuße der Aufschlüsse, wodurch einzigartige Mikro-Lebensräume entstehen.

In the northern part of Namibia, en-route to the untouched Bushman country and the Caprivi region, and only two hours away from the Etosha pan lies the guest farm Dornhügel. Hosts offer you a unique combination of a guest farm with a homely atmosphere and rustic farm life.

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Im nördlichen Teil Namibias, auf dem Weg in das unberührte Buschmannland und in die Region Caprivi und nur zwei Stunden von der Etosha-Pfanne entfernt, liegt die Dornhügel Farm. Die Gastgeber bieten eine Kombination aus einer gemütlichen Gästefarm und rustikalem Farmleben.

The region around the Waterberg, including the town Otjiwarongo and the Hochfeld area are ideally situated for travellers on the way from  Windhoek to the north and to the Etosha National Park. The Waterberg  Mountain forms the centre of the region and is one of the main  attractions of Namibia. It is an impressive table mountain, geologically  and historically of great interest. Part of Waterberg plateau are  covered by the Waterberg Plateau Park, an important nature conservation  area.

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Die Region um den Waterberg inklusive der Stadt Otjiwarongo und der Hochfeldgegend liegt ideal auf dem Weg von Windhoek in den Norden oder zum Etoscha Nationalpark. Im Zentrum der Region liegt der Waterberg, eines der Haupttourismusziele Namibias. Der Waterberg, ein beeindruckender Tafelberg, ist sowohl historisch als auch geologisch interessant und auch für den Naturschutz von wesentlicher Bedeutung.  

Starving Kunene lions a crime against nature - Environment - Namibian Sun

Starving Kunene lions a crime against nature - Environment - Namibian Sun

Starving Kunene lions a crime against nature

The famous desert lions of the Kunene Region are starving to death because of a lack of prey animals due to hunting and overgrazing, on top of prolonged drought.

Namibia’s wildlife conservation has once again come under the spotlight of the international community after shocking videos were shared on social media about emaciated and starving lions in the Ugab area of the Kunene Region.

The condition of the lions was decried by international conservationists and activists on social media groups, describing it as a horror, tragedy and a crime against nature.

Because of hunger, lions in the Kunene Region, including the Huab lion pride, are moving closer to farmsteads in search of food.

In recent days these incidents have become more common and can lead to an increase in human-wildlife conflict.

Tragedy

Speaking to Namibian Sun, Izak Smit of Desert Lions Human Relations Aid (Delhra) said from Thursday to Sunday there were four such incidents reported.

In the latest incident on Sunday, of which a video was shared on Facebook and other social media groups, a starving collared lion went into Mbakando in the Aneb Conservancy in search of food.

However, it was too weak to even stand up. The environment ministry shot the lion on Monday to end its suffering. It is unclear to which pride the lion belongs.

Smit says similar incidents were reported at Warmquelle, De Riet and at the Save the Rhino Trust Camp in Ugab in recent days.

According to him the last four lions of the famous Huab pride are also in a poor condition. “They are weak and emaciated.”

Smit blames the situation on a lack of prey animals in the area due to hunting and overgrazing, on top of the prolonged drought in the region.

Spokesperson of the environment ministry Romeo Muyunda said they were aware of the situation and would issue a statement on the condition of the lions.

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