De Beers has been mining in Kimberley for more than 120 years. The recent closure of underground operations at Kimberley Mines marked the end of underground mining in Kimberley, as we know it. De Beers’ presence in Kimberley continues, however, in the processing of the tailings resources through the multi million rand Combined Treatment Plant, as well as the Big Hole Project, a unique and exciting way for De Beers to invest in tourism activities, ultimately supporting the communities that…

The Kimberley City Hall is built in Roman Corinthian style. Situated on the corner of Old Main Street and Transvaal Road in the city centre, it dates from 1899, just before the the Siege of Kimberley at the start of the Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902). This combination of elegance and superior workmanship was designed by architect, Fergus Carstairs Rogers (1864-1927).

Kimberley - the original diamond mine in South Africa - here they are still recovering diamonds from Kimberley's tailings dumps

Du Toitspan Rd, Kimberley

An old plan showing the relative positions of all holdings in Kimberley Mine in 1883 #oldmap

Welcome to the Big Hole official site , where you can get informed about the most popular tourist attractions and entertainment in Kimberley, South Africa.