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Alte Feste- Travel Tips
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The Alte Feste, located in the heart of Windhoek, is one of Namibia's oldest and most significant historical landmarks. Originally built as a military fortress by the German Schutztruppe in 1890, it was designed by Captain Curt von François to protect the German colony from local tribal conflicts. Over the years, the fortress has undergone several transformations, from serving as a military headquarters for the South African Army to becoming a National Monument in 1957. Today, the Alte Feste is home to the National Museum of African Art, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Namibia and Africa. With its blend of military history and contemporary African art, the Alte Feste offers a unique insight into the country's past and its cultural evolution.
Reviews of Alte Feste
Andreas Brandner - 1
The condition of the old fortresses is a disgrace that the SWAPO government has deliberately brought about. People obviously hate parts of their own history and seemingly want to let everything that existed before 1990 and has nothing to do with the War of Independence rot and disappear. Terrible.
Siddharth - 1
Government should have maintained such a history oriented building. It looks like an old building.
Christopher T. - 1
Closed permanently. Abandoned. Forgotten.
Penny Penny - 2
Sadly closed down and abandoned.
Elmarie Griessel - 2
Overgrown and not well maintained.
