Attractions in Kalahari & Diamond Fields
The Big Hole, Kimberley - Northern Cape
The Big Hole in Kimberley, Northern Cape, stands as a testament to the rich history of diamond mining in South Africa. The Big Hole in Kimberley is a compelling destination for history enthusiasts, travelers interested in mining heritage, and those seeking to understand the profound impact of dia...
The Cenotaph World War Memorial - Kimberley, Northern Cape
The Cenotaph World War Memorial in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is a significant monument commemorating the soldiers who lost their lives during World War I and World War II. Erected in 1928, the cenotaph stands as a solemn tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of these individuals. Located in the he...
The Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre - nr Kimberley, Northern Cape
The Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre, located near Kimberley in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is a significant cultural and archaeological site showcasing the ancient rock art of the San people, also known as Bushmen. This site is renowned for its well-preserved examples of rock pain...
Truce Tree - Kuruman, Northern Cape
The Truce Tree, located in the town of Kuruman in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is a significant historical landmark. This large camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) stands as a symbol of peace and reconciliation in the region. Its historical importance dates back to the early 20th cen...
Upington Golf Club - Northern Cape
Upington Golf Club, located just outside the town of Upington in the Northern Cape, offers a striking blend of lush parkland fairways and the arid splendour of the Kalahari desert. The full 18-hole course plays to a par 72, with a length of roughly 6030 to 6076 metres from the men’s tees and abou...
Upington International Airport - Upington, Northern Cape
Upington International Airport was opened in 1968 as Pierre van Ryneveld Airport. The airport played what South Africa believed to be an important role in international flights. The mid 1970s saw the fall of the Portuguese regime in Angola when South African Airways lost its landing rights in Lua...
William Humphreys Art Gallery, Kimberley - Free State
The William Humphreys Art Gallery in Kimberly is considered to be one of the finest art museums in South Africa. Opened in 1952 and named after its principal benefactor, William Benbow Humphreys (1889 - 1965), the William Humphreys Art Gallery, is situated in Kimberley's Civic Centre. In 1948 ...
Wonderwerk Cave, near Kuruman - Northern Cape
The Wonderwerk Cave, located in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is one of the most significant archaeological and paleontological sites in the world. Situated approximately 45 kms south of the town of Kuruman, this ancient cave extends more than 140 meters into the base of the Kuruman...