Windhoek

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Windhoek

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Windhoek is the capital and largest city of Namibia, located in the central Khomas Highland plateau. It was founded as a permanent settlement in 1890 by Major Curt von François during the German colonial era. Today, it serves as the primary political, economic, and cultural hub of the nation.

Statistics

Area

5,133.00 km²

Population

486,169

Location