Windhoek

Temples & religious sites

Christ Church, Windhoek

Christ Church is a Lutheran church in Windhoek, Namibia, belonging to the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. Designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker, this historic building is regarded as one of the city's landmarks.

Museums & galleries

Alte Feste

Alte Feste is a museum housed in a former fort in central Windhoek, right next to the Independence Memorial Museum. It's a great stop for learning about Namibian history during a walk through the city center.

Heritage & monuments

Reiterdenkmal, Windhoek

A historic equestrian statue in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, erected in 1912 during German colonial rule to mark Kaiser Wilhelm II's birthday. Its history is tied to a controversial colonial legacy, making it a compelling site to explore with that background in mind.

Temples & religious sites

St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek

This is the seat of the Archdiocese of Windhoek in Namibia, located in the heart of the city. Built over two years starting in 1906, the red-brick Romanesque structure makes a striking impression.

Heritage & monuments

Heroes' Acre

This war memorial sits on a hill 10 km south of downtown Windhoek. Opened in 2002, it's a meaningful place to reflect on Namibia's history and patriotism.

Castles & palaces

Schwerinsburg

Schwerinsburg is the largest of the three castles in Windhoek. It now serves as the residence of the Italian ambassador to Namibia, making it a pleasant sight to admire from the outside on a walk.

Museums & galleries

Independence Memorial Museum

A history museum in Windhoek that covers Namibia's anti-colonial resistance and independence movement. It offers a good introduction to the country's modern history.

Castles & palaces

Heinitzburg

Heinitzburg is one of three castles in Windhoek, built in 1914 by architect Wilhelm Sander. It's a distinctive site showcasing European-style castle architecture.