A guide to Namibia , a country of contrasting landscapes ranging from the worlds oldest desert to rugged mountains, dense woodland and lily-carpeted waterways. This guide covers the countrys superb national parks, major festivals, crafts and architecture, as well as its main tourist attractions, towns, resorts, beaches and areas of special interest. A short introduction profiles Namibias history, people, places, wildlife, government and economy. This is followed by brief descriptions of what to see and do in the popular tourist regions. The text features travel tips, information panels, colour photographs, maps and climate charts, enabling the visitor to make the most of the time available