Namibe Province facts for kids
Namibe is a large province in the country of Angola, located in southern Africa. It used to be called Moçâmedes when Portugal ruled the area. The main city and port of Namibe is the capital of the province. In 2006, about 313,667 people lived in Namibe Province. The famous Iona National Park is also found here.
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Ancient Discoveries in Namibe
Namibe Province is a cool place for finding really old things! Near the Bentiaba desert, scientists have found fossils from the Late Cretaceous period. This was a long, long time ago, when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
What Fossils Were Found?
The fossils found in Namibe include many different ancient creatures. Scientists have discovered parts of ancient sharks and turtles. They also found fossils of large sea reptiles. These include mosasaurs, which were like giant swimming lizards, and plesiosaurs, which had long necks and flippers. Even some sauropods, which were huge plant-eating dinosaurs, have left their remains here. These discoveries help us learn about life on Earth millions of years ago.
Geography and Nature
Namibe Province has a mix of landscapes, from deserts to coastal areas. Its location on the Atlantic Ocean means it has important ports. The province is also home to one of Angola's most important natural areas.
Iona National Park
Iona National Park is the largest national park in Angola. It covers a huge area of land in Namibe Province. The park is known for its beautiful desert landscapes and unique plants and animals. It is a very important place for protecting wildlife in Angola.
Images for kids
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The amazing Serra da Leba Road, a famous winding road in Namibe Province.
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The Commercial Port of Moçâmedes (now Namibe) in 2009. This port is important for trade.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Namibe para niños
