If there is one place in Namibia that could provide you with a fusion of progress and tradition, that would be nothing else but Erongo. Namibia travel has always been fun and exciting because of Erongo. The latter is one of the most established regions of Namibia. Well established facilities in this region are built such as hospitals, schools, electric companies, telecommunication companies, and others. Erongo is such a well developed region.
Erongo is one of the administrative regions of the country Namibia in Southern Africa. Erongo has a population of 100, 663 and a population density of 1.6 persons per square kilometers. The area of Erongo in Namibia takes about 63, 579 square kilometers. A high percentage of the people in this region live in the urban areas, almost 80% of the population. Swakopmund is the capital of the Erongo Region. It is one of the most famous and favorite tourist destinations for a Namibia Travel adventure. The Erongo region is subdivided into 7 constituents namely Arandis, Daures (or formerly known as the Brandberg Constituent), Karibib, Omaruru, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay Rural, and Walvis Bay Urban. The border regions of Erongo are Kunene, Khomas, Hardap, and Otjozondjupa. Erongo takes its name from the famous mountain in Namibia named Erongo Mountain.
Farming is one of the most sources of livelihood. It is one of the common industries that people are involved in. Definitely, Namibia travel in Erongo could deal about your chance to experience commercial farming and communal farming. The region also practices stock raising. Mining is also a part of the industry in Erongo. Some areas in this region are good places for the mining industry. Fishing also plays a role in the industry of the Erongo people.
People in Erongo region use the languages Afrikaans, Damara, and Oshiwambo. The education rate in Erongo is high. The employment rate in this region is also high. The percentage of households in Erongo is pretty much in good condition.
Three most important destinations in Erongo are Walvis Bay, Arandis, and Swakopmund.
* Walvis Bay is the major port in Erongo. The fishing industry actively operates in the ports of the Walvis Bay. Walvis Bay is also one of the places where you can see wonderful animals such as flamingos and pelicans.
* Arandis is a mining center in Erongo. Current mining operations happen in this area.
* Swakopmund is one of the favorite and most visited travel destinations not only in Erongo but in the whole country of Namibia. Namibia travel groups always add Swakopmund to their itineraries because some of the best adventures are experienced in this place. Swakopmund is the summer capital of Namibia. Some of the popular places in Swakopmund are Sossusvlei, Namib Park, Namib Desert, and the Skeleton Coast.
Sossusvlei is where tourists can climb the highest dunes in the world. It has an astonishing view that tourists really love. The Namib-Naukluft Park is one of the largest parks in the world, and the largest in Namibia. Many landscapes, lagoons, wildlife, and mountains are enjoyed in this place. The Namib Desert is one of the oldest deserts in the whole world. But Namibia is able to preserve its environment. Colorful dunes are seen in this place, and the wildlife and floras are also amazing. The skeleton coast is one of the least visited places in Namibia, but if you are up for a challenge, you might as well go and visit the place.