Duwisib Castle, Namibia
Source: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons | License: CC-BY-SA 4.0
historyhistorical-sites
Duwisib Castle
Duwisib Castle, sometimes spelt Duwiseb or Duweseb, is a grand pseudo-medieval looking fortress in the hills of the semi-arid Southern Namib region of Namibia, 72 km southwest of Maltahöhe, Hardap Region.
Duwisib Castle, sometimes spelt Duwiseb or Duweseb, is a grand pseudo-medieval looking fortress in the hills of the semi-arid Southern Namib region of Namibia, 72 km southwest of Maltahöhe, Hardap Region. It was built in 1909 to serve as the residence of Hans Heinrich von Wolf, a German military officer. Since 1979 the castle has been owned by the government.
Key Facts
- Category
- History
- Type
- Historical Sites
- First referenced
- 1909
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (May–September for cooler weather)