Brukkaros Mountain, Extinct volcano summit in ǁKaras Region, Namibia
The mountain rises 650 meters from the desert plain, featuring a circular crater with a diameter of 4 kilometers and walls reaching 350 meters deep.
The volcanic formation occurred 80 million years ago when superheated magma encountered groundwater, causing an explosion that created the current caldera structure.
The mountain's name derives from traditional Nama women's garments, combining Afrikaans words broek for trousers and karos for leather apron.
Access requires a 3.5-kilometer track suitable for 4x4 vehicles, leading to the southern entrance where visitors can explore crystal formations and quiver trees.
Between 1926 and 1931, the National Geographic Society operated a solar observatory on the mountain to measure daily solar radiation patterns.
GPS coordinates: -25.85522,17.78130
Latest update: March 27, 2025 11:12
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