Gariep Arts Festival

Die Gariepfees en Diamantstad mense bedank alle Feesgangers en Besoekers gedurende die Fees. Ook ‘n Hartlike dank aan ons wonderlike Kunstenaars wat weereens gesorg het vir Uitmuntende Vermaak!

When: September

Where: Kimberley

Website: www.gariepfees.co.za

Archeology & Rock Art

Rock engraving and painting traditions are extinct. Yet, exploring new media in art and craftwork, and through other aspects of cultural life and language, the !Xun and Khwe show resilience and make a name for themselves.Artworks from here have been exhibited in major galleries nationally and overseas.

Where: Kimberley

Diamonds & Diggings

Diamonds are still found near Hopetown, in Kimberley and on the banks of the Orange, Vaal, Riet and Harts Rivers that cross the Diamond Fields. The local stones are regarded as being of the highest quality in the world.

Where: Kimberley

Ghost Trails

The guide will lead the group up the stairs to explore the passages. When possible, the group will be allowed a brief visit into the member’s bar for a look at the pictures and paintings.The Kimberley Club is reputed to be haunted by a certain Mr van Praag.

Where: Kimberley

Natural Attractions

Rivers, Witsand Nature Reserve, Vaalbos National Park, Kamfersdam

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Other Attractions

Gamedrives & Photographic Safaris, Hunting, From Our Vineyards, Cellars of the Diamond Fields, Birdwatching, River Rafting, Fly Fishing

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Canteen Kopje

An Early Stone Age archaeological site with open air displays and historical walk on the geology, archaeology and diamond diggings of the area. Two of the world¹s largest handaxes were found here.

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