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In 1996, around 600 jobs were related directly to the country's tourism sector. [dubious – discuss] In 2008 it was estimated that 77,000 jobs directly or indirectly depend on Namibia's tourism, amounting to 18.2% of all formal jobs in Namibia. [3] Tourism in Namibia also has had a positive impact on resource conservation and rural development.
The second area added was a 1,600-kilometre (1,000 mi) strip of the Atlantic Ocean, making the Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia's first marine reserve. [ 3 ] The park's present boundaries were established in 1986 when the government was given control over parts of the Sperrgebiet , an area restricted for diamond mining.
Walvis Bay, with its large bay and sand dunes, is an important centre of tourism activity in Namibia. Attractions include the artificial Bird Island, centre of a guano collection industry, the Dune 7 sand dune, the salt works, the abundant birdlife, and a museum.
Namibia accepted the convention on April 6, 2000, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. As of 2023, there are two World Heritage Sites in Namibia. As of 2023, there are two World Heritage Sites in Namibia.
Pages in category "Lists of tourist attractions in Namibia" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. C.
Skeleton Coast National Park is a national park located in northwest Namibia, and has the most inaccessible shores, dotted with shipwrecks. The park was established in 1971 and has a size of 16,845 km 2 (6,504 sq mi). [ 2 ]
Religious buildings and structures in Namibia (2 C, 1 P) Pages in category "Tourist attractions in Namibia" The following 5 pages are in this category, out of 5 total.
Tourism is a major contributor (14.5%) to Namibia's GDP, creating tens of thousands of jobs (18.2% of all employment) directly or indirectly and servicing over a million tourists per annum. [47] The country is among the prime destinations in Africa and is known for ecotourism which features Namibia's extensive wildlife .