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DeadVlei, or "Dead Marsh", is a natural wonder that attracts tourists, scientists and photographers from all over the world.
DeadVlei becomes the dream destination of every photographer in the world
According to the magazineCultural Heritage,Although known as the “Dead Swamp,” DeadVlei is actually a white clay pan located near Namibia’s famous Sossusvlei salt pan.
Many of the dunes in this area are part of the Namib Sand Sea World Heritage Site, recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2013.
According to travel magazineAtlas Obscura, DeadVlei is located in Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia. This place is surrounded by the highest sand dunes in the world. Some dunes are up to 400m high, almost as high as the Landmark 81 building (Ho Chi Minh City).
The white clay pan scene surrounded by towering red sand dunes creates a dramatic color contrast at Dead Vlei
The ecosystem and vegetation in DeadVlei were once fed by water from the Tsauchab River, allowing the area to become home to hundreds of Acacia erioloba trees.
But that is no longer the case. About 900 years ago, arid climate and sand dunes separated DeadVlei from the Tsauchab River.
DeadVlei is so dry that the trees cannot even decompose. They char in the sun, becoming monuments to their own destruction.
The tree remains here are believed to have died about 600-700 years ago (1340-1430).
Over time, the acacia trees in DeadVlei burned in the sun and turned black.
NewspaperHospitality NetIt is estimated that the acacia trees here are more than 1,000 years old, forming a barren forest.
However, the “Dead Swamp” is not completely devoid of life. Salsola bushes and Nara melon clumps survive thanks to morning dew and scant rainfall.
Although known as the forest of death, DeadVlei is famous for its unique natural landscape. The white clay pans are surrounded by towering red sand dunes, creating a visually striking color contrast.
The weather in DeadVlei is so dry that plants cannot even decompose.
Despite its remote location, DeadVlei is a must-see tourist destination in Namibia.
DeadVlei attracts visitors from all over the world to come and admire it, and has become a dream destination for every photographer.
DeadVlei is surrounded by the highest sand dunes in the world
