GRIQUATOWN Attractions

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Griquatown, Diamond Fields

At the end of the 18th century, Griquas (people of mixed Khoikhoi and Dutch origin) settled in the area north of the Orange River, many of them in the region now known as Griquatown. A mission station was established here in 1803 by the London Missionary Society and headed by Robert Moffat from 1820. The station and the original home of the family now comprise the Mary Moffat Museum. Today, Griquatown is an important centre for the production of wool, karakul pelts, cattle and asbestos

Featured Attractions in (or near) Griquatown

The Big Hole

Kimberley developed around this huge hole in the ground, formerly a small hill known as Colesberg Koppie, where diamonds were discovered early in 1871. An observation platform provides a good view of the Big Hole, about 365 m deep and covering an area close on 17 ha ... more information

Vaalbos National Park

The Vaalbos National Park is an extraordinary area along the Vaal River where wildlife such as black and white rhino, buffalo, eland, red hartebeest and tsessebe can be seen in the former heart of the the alluvial diamond diggings near Kimberley. A tourist route, built with material from the diamond diggings ... more information

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