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Some of the most amazing natural beauties on Earth are found in the huge red desert of Namibia. From soaring dunes to enigmatic fairy rings, these nine amazing characteristics highlight the unvarnished beauty of this ancient desert scene. Every wonder relates a tale of millions of years' worth of geological events that produce an otherworldly setting drawing tourists from all around. With particular focus on the fourth marvel being nowhere else on Earth, this guide investigates these amazing natural events.
1. The Towering Dunes of Sossusvlei
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Rising to heights of up to 325 meters, the famous red dunes of Sossusvlei are quiet sentinels in the heart of the Namib Desert. Because of their great iron oxide concentration, these enormous sand mountains—formed by prevailing winds over millions of years—showcase amazing gradients of red, orange, and pink hues. Particularly around sunrise and dusk when the dunes seem to glow from inside, the interaction of light and shadow produces an always shifting scene across the day. Climbing these amazing structures is possible for visitors; among the most often used are Big Daddy and Dune 45. While the surrounding desert adapted species adds another layer of interest to this amazing ecosystem, the contrast between the red dunes and the pure blue sky gives ideal photography chances.
