This desert, known for its extreme aridity, is often shrouded in a thick fog along its coast, despite being one of the driest places on Earth. Its unique ecosystem features plants and animals adapted to survive on minimal moisture, and its dunes are among the highest and most spectacular in the world. The desert’s ancient rock art and shipwrecks bear testament to its long and challenging history. Its name translates to 'place of nothing'.
- It borders the Atlantic Ocean.
- It's home to the Welwitschia mirabilis plant.
- It contains the Skeleton Coast.
- Its dunes are primarily composed of reddish sand.