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Kimberley
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Kimberley is renowned for
a huge hole in the ground, but it’s not just any hole – it’s what’s left
over after the removal of about three tons of diamonds.
Measuring over a kilometre
deep, with a surface area of 17ha, it’s the world’s largest hand-dug hole
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The wild, vibrant shanty
town that arose around the diggings in the 1870s has been transformed,
and reconstructed into an open air museum; complete with a bar, various
merchants, homes and clubs.
 Mining
at the Big Hole, as it is rather prosaically known, ceased in 1914, but
there are still a few active mines in the area, and you could do a contemporary
mine tour to contrast with the Disneyesque Kimberley Mine Museum.
An interesting piece of information
is that the volcanic rock in which diamonds are found is called Kimberlite.
 What’s
interesting about Kimberley, historically, is that it’s the place where
South Africa’s industrial revolution got under way. It was money from the
easily worked Kimberley diamond fields that funded the rather more expensive
gold mines of the Witwatersrand (Johannesburg) and so laid the basis of
the wealth of modern South Africa. So it’s not surprising that Kimberley
is a fascinating cultural destination.
A gentle historical walk
in the city centre takes in a number of lovely old Victorian houses, a
myriad art galleries, statues, monuments and a number of museums.
There are also interesting
battle sites dating back to the South African (Anglo-Boer) war and some
beautiful rock art sites that exhibit the more unusual form of rock engraving,
as opposed to painting.
Kimberley is situated on
the N12, which branches off the N1 in the Karoo, offering an alternative
route to Johannesburg from Cape Town, and it’s a good place to stop over
for a day or two. There is a small airport.
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Hadida
Guest House, Self-catering, KIMBERLEY
Comfortable and private
accommodation in fully equipped single, double and family units. We are
conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, close to the
famous Big Hole and other tourist attractions. Breakfast is self-catering
or available on request. Visitors mainly consist of national and
international tourists, business travelers and family groups. Hadida Guest
House is also a popular sleepover when traveling between Cape Town and
Johannesburg. All our self-contained units are unique and individually
decorated to provide a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere where visitors
will feel immediately at home. The en-suite bathrooms, self-catering
facilities and own outside entrances of each unit provide complete privacy
for guests. Units are serviced daily and our friendly personnel are always
available for assistance. |
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Carters
Rest Guesthouse, KIMBERLEY
Offering an outdoor pool
and a tennis court, Carters Rest Guesthouse is located in Kimberley. The
guest house is 5 minutes' drive from the site of The Big Hole and 3 km
away from Northgate Mall. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a
kitchenette, satellite TV and private bathroom. At Carters Rest Guesthouse
you will find a lush garden and barbecue facilities. A supermarket is located
within walking distance and North Cape Mall is 3 km away. Carters Rest
Guesthouse is a 5-minute drive from William Humphreys Art Gallery and the
Flamingo Casino is 10 km away. |
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Hillcrest
Guest House, KIMBERLEY
Located 2.7 km from Kimberley
Mine Museum in Kimberley, Hillcrest Guest House features free WiFi access
and free private parking. A flat-screen TV is available. The Big Hole is
2.7 km from Hillcrest Guest house, and Hoffe Park Stadium is 1.8 km away.
Kimberley Airport is 5 km from the property. |
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KIMBERLEY
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Bishops
Lodge, Lodge/Self-Catering, KIMBERLEY
Bishops
Lodge is situated in Kimberley, the capital city of the Northern Cape.
It features a swimming pool. The famous Big Hole is a 7-minute drive away.
Each individually decorated room comes equipped with tea-and-coffee-making
facilities and a satellite TV. The private bathroom includes a shower.
Breakfast is available at an extra cost at Bishops Lodge. A number of restaurants
serving a range of local and international cuisines can be found within
3 km. A gym is available 1.8 km from the property and guests who would
like to enjoy some shopping can do so at the North Cape Mall or at the
Diamond Pavilion Mall 2.8 km away. The Kimberley Airport is a 10-minute
drive from the lodge. |
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Diggies
Lodge, KIMBERLEY
Diggies Lodge offers accommodation
in Kimberley. The Big Hole is 5 km from the property. Free WiFi is offered
and free private parking is available on site. The accommodation features
a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Every unit has a private bathroom
with free toiletries. Towels are available. Diggies Lodge also includes
a barbecue. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Kimberley Mine
Museum is 5 km from Diggies Lodge while Hoffe Park Stadium is 2.9 km away.
The nearest airport is Kimberley, 3 km from Diggies Lodge and the property
offers a free airport shuttle service. |
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Kimberley
Anne Hotel, KIMBERLEY
Located in Kimberley, 2.9
km from The Big Hole, Kimberley Anne Hotel features a restaurant and free
WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has an outdoor pool and sun terrace,
and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available
on site. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have
a sitting area where you can relax. You will find a coffee machine in the
room. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes
and slippers. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.Kimberley Mine
Museum is 3.1 km from Kimberley Anne Hotel, and Hoffe Park Stadium is 1.1
km away. The nearest airport is Kimberley Airport, 4 km from the property. |
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The
Kimberley Club Boutique Hotel, KIMBERLEY
The
Kimberley Club, famous since 1881, is a Historical Four Star Boutique Hotel
situated in the Kimberley CBD area. We offer a variety of Standard,
Luxury and Executive accommodation. The Kimberley Club has a tradition
all its own with stories not confined to its buildings - stories of its
members and of unique associations. It's seen the "comings and goings"
of some of the foremost personalities in the world - has entertained sovereigns,
princes & princesses, Governors and high commissioners and has housed
legendary figures whose vision and energy have pioneered new territories.
Founded in 1881 by Cecil John Rhodes and the top men in the diamond industry,
a visitor once said "the place was stuffed with more millionaires to the
square foot than any other place in the world".. |
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Bishops
Lodge, Self-Catering Suites, KIMBERLEY
The
lodge is situated close to the city centre, restaurants, hospitals, airport
and all of Kimberley's world famous “must see” attractions. This superb
self catering lodge and its trained staff are committed to meeting the
high standards expected by our business travellers, holiday-makers and
disabled visitors. The unique design features 25 north-facing
luxury rooms. A full suite comprises a bedroom with double bed and
full en-suite bathroom and a comfortable sitting room with fully fitted
open-plan kitchenette, a second bedroom with twin beds and en-suite bathroom
with shower cubicle. In addition, the suite has three remote controlled
split unit air conditioners and two television sets with DSTV providing
Super Sport and Movie Magic channels. |
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Hadida
Guest House - Guesthouse, Self-catering, KIMBERLEY
Comfortable and private
accommodation in fully equipped single, double and family units. We are
conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, close to the
famous Big Hole and other tourist attractions. Breakfast is self-catering
or available on request. Visitors mainly consist of national and
international tourists, business travelers and family groups. Hadida Guest
House is also a popular sleepover when traveling between Cape Town and
Johannesburg. All our self-contained units are unique and individually
decorated to provide a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere where visitors
will feel immediately at home. The en-suite bathrooms, self-catering
facilities and own outside entrances of each unit provide complete privacy
for guests. Units are serviced daily and our friendly personnel are always
available for assistance. |
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