Kolmanskop, Namibia

Friday 19 February

Lockdown Day 330

It takes less than 2 hours to drive from Aus to Luderitz. We were astounded by the beauty of the changing desert landscapes as we drove along.

Kolmanskop is just 10kms outside Luderitz. This famous ghost town has been on my bucket list for a long time. The abandoned mining town has been left for the harsh natural elements and the encroaching desert sands to forge into a haunting historical landmark. Photographers from all over the world come here to this captivating place but apart from one local family we had the entire place to ourselves and our phone cameras. Kolmanskop is open from 9am to 1pm daily but you can pay R300 for a permit to arrive at sunrise if you are serious about your photographs. I actually liked the stark contrast of light and shadow we had at midday too. 

And then on to Luderitz for 3 nights but more of that tomorrow.