Brukkaros Mountain, Extinct volcano summit in ǁKaras Region, Namibia
Brukkaros is an extinct volcano in the ǁKaras Region whose summit rises roughly 650 meters above the desert floor. The mountain displays a circular crater about 4 kilometers wide with walls dropping approximately 350 meters into its interior.
The volcanic formation developed roughly 80 million years ago when superheated magma encountered groundwater causing a massive explosion. This event shaped the crater structure visible today and left a lasting mark on the regional landscape.
The name reflects traditional clothing worn by Nama people, combining Afrikaans words for trousers and leather garment. This linguistic connection to local heritage remains visible through how locals and guides speak about the place.
Access involves a 3.5-kilometer track best suited for four-wheel-drive vehicles heading toward the southern approach area. Once there visitors can explore crystal formations scattered throughout the terrain and observe distinctive tree species common to the region.
Between 1926 and 1931 the National Geographic Society operated a solar observatory on the summit to measure daily solar radiation. This scientific mission left a notable chapter in the mountain's history that visitors can still learn about today.
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