Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ancient rock engravings, is located in which country?

Twyfelfontein, located in Namibia, is one of Africa’s most remarkable archaeological and cultural heritage sites. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007, it is renowned for its vast collection of ancient rock engravings and paintings created by the San (Bushmen) thousands of years ago. The name “Twyfelfontein” means “doubtful fountain” in Afrikaans, referring to the area’s uncertain water supply, yet the region remains one of Namibia’s most visited attractions due to its extraordinary historical value.

The site contains over 2,500 rock carvings, making it one of the largest concentrations of petroglyphs in Africa. These engravings depict animals such as giraffes, lions, elephants, and human figures, offering insights into the spiritual life and beliefs of prehistoric hunter-gatherer communities. Archaeologists believe the site served as both a place of residence and a spiritual gathering spot for rituals connected to rainmaking and hunting.

Twyfelfontein is located in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, a semi-arid landscape known for its stunning red sandstone formations and desert-adapted wildlife. The engravings were carved into sandstone rock faces using quartz tools, surviving for millennia due to the region’s dry climate.