Inside South Africa's Abandoned Mining Town

Inside South Africa's Abandoned Mining Town. A diamond ghost town faces an uncertain future in the South African desert. Kd. by Kimon de Greef; Photos by Kent Andreasen. March 29, 2016, 12:00am.

Learn the history of Kolmanskop, a Namibian ghost town

Mar 20, 2019· Intensive mining depleted the area by the 1930s, and in 1928, the town’s fate was sealed when the richest diamond fields ever known were found on the beach terraces to the south.

The Wake of South Africa's Abandoned Gold Mines

Aug 20, 2018· Last Updated on Aug 20, 2018. We have been covering Mining issues in South Africa extensively for the past 17 years but no subject on the matter is of greater importance than the absolute plethora of Abandoned Mines in South Africa and the devastation of Acid Mine Drainage pollution that is left in the wake.

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In 1988, the state saw a money-making opportunity and just like other abandoned mining towns, it became a tourist attraction. Visitors can usually wander around the preserved historic buildings or

What's left in the wake of South Africa’s abandoned gold

Blyvooruitzicht is but one of thousands of abandoned mines scattered across South Africa, many from the gold industry. With recently shuttered mines adding to the massive impact of those left derelict years ago, the country faces a growing environmental, health and social crisis created by a withering gold industry and inadequate oversight.

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Uniondale. The Ghost of Uniondale is probably one of South Africa’s most famous ghosts. The

13 of the creepiest ghost towns around the world

1 天前· The former mining town of Calico, California, was abandoned by the 1980s, but it's since been restored. Similar to Terlingua, this empty town started with a mining company in 1881.

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Ruby, a mining town on the Mexican border, peaked during the 1930s, when 1,200 people lived there. The mine closed in 1940, and one year later, there wasn’t a soul left in town. Ruby is now one

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By 1882, the population declined as mining companies became bankrupt and people sought out better opportunities. Over the next few decades, Bodie was built up and destroyed again by multiple fires. But, by 1940, Bodie was a ghost town. In 1962, the California State Parks system took over Bodie in order to turn it into a State Historic Park.

Mining towns and urban sprawl in South Africa ScienceDirect

South Africa’s mining towns were established by mining companies mostly after World War II. The workforce lived in company-owned or privately-owned houses, or high-density compounds. Since the demise of apartheid, South African government policy for these towns has promoted integrated mining communities and homeownership.

The changing nature of mining towns: Reflections from

Jul 01, 2018· The paper compared policy responses to mining towns in Australia, Canada and South Africa. It is apparent that mining towns have evolved over time, through a complex overlay of processes that are embedded in globalisation, corporate decisions, shifting political-economic ideologies and evolving concepts of state welfare, citizen rights and

The Haunting Legacy of South Africa’s Gold Mines Yale E360

Nov 12, 2015· Blyvooruitzicht is but one of thousands of abandoned mines scattered across South Africa, many from the gold industry. With recently shuttered mines adding to the massive impact of those left derelict years ago, the country faces a growing environmental, health, and social crisis created by a withering gold industry and inadequate oversight.

Msauli Asbestos Mines, Msauli, Barberton, South Africa

Msauli is an old mining town South of Barberton, the town was established in the early 1940’s for the purpose of mining asbestos. This town has been dormant with no one residing here since the mid 2000’s. We were contacted to map the 1000-hectare area for the purpose of identifying any remaining open mining areas,

Diepgezet Ghost Town Dusty Tracks Off Road Adventures

Diepgezet Ghost TownIncredibly this magnificent gravel pass is not officially named by any government authority at the time of writing. The well-designed pass twists and turns its way laboriously through 738 meters of altitude through the mountains just two kilometers from the Swaziland border to summit at a T-junction with the R40 south of Barberton.

Kolmanskop Wikipedia

Kolmanskop (Afrikaans for Coleman's head, German: Kolmannskuppe) is a ghost town in the Namib in southern Namibia, ten kilometres inland from the port town of Lüderitz.It was named after a transport driver named Johnny Coleman who, during a sand storm, abandoned his ox wagon on a small incline opposite the settlement. Once a small but very rich mining village, it is now a tourist destination

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We asked a paranormal investigation team to take us inside

Aug 24, 2018· An abandoned mining hospital in Pretoria. Built in 1907, this abandoned hospital served the local community and European miners. Former employees tell stories of experiencing extreme fear and would refuse to sleep in the old wards; they would eventually try

The Abandoned Asbestos Mining Town That Was Turned Into A

The Abandoned Asbestos Mining Town That Was Turned Into A Haven For Orphans The African town of Bulembu found a way to revitalize after the collapse of its local industry: by giving back.

20 photos show what life was like in small towns in the US

Jul 11, 2020· Main Street in your town likely looked quite different a century ago. While some small towns have grown in the past 100 years, others were abandoned, particularly after mining

Kolmanskop: Stunning pictures of Namibia's ghost town that

Mar 31, 2013· Kolmanskop, in the Namib Desert, was founded in the early 1900s when diamonds were found in the area but was abandoned in the 1950s. The unique town is now a magnet for tourists.

Mining towns and urban sprawl in South Africa ScienceDirect

South Africa’s mining towns were established by mining companies mostly after World War II. The workforce lived in company-owned or privately-owned houses, or high-density compounds. Since the demise of apartheid, South African government policy for these towns has promoted integrated mining communities and homeownership.

The Haunting Legacy of South Africa’s Gold Mines Yale E360

Nov 12, 2015· Blyvooruitzicht is but one of thousands of abandoned mines scattered across South Africa, many from the gold industry. With recently shuttered mines adding to the massive impact of those left derelict years ago, the country faces a growing environmental, health, and social crisis created by a withering gold industry and inadequate oversight.

After buying an entire abandoned ghost town in California

Apr 18, 2020· Founded in 1865, Cerro Gordo used to be California’s largest mining town, but it’s been abandoned for almost 100 years after the silver mines dried up. caption Cerro Gordo.

Msauli Asbestos Mines, Msauli, Barberton, South Africa

Msauli is an old mining town South of Barberton, the town was established in the early 1940’s for the purpose of mining asbestos. This town has been dormant with no one residing here since the mid 2000’s. We were contacted to map the 1000-hectare area for the purpose of identifying any remaining open mining areas,

Mansions to Mines: 7 Abandoned Wonders of Modern Africa

Jul 24, 2013· Mansions to Mines: 7 Abandoned Wonders of Modern Africa Article by SA Rogers , filed under 7 Wonders Series in the Travel category Ranging from eerie, remote desert settlements in the hottest place on earth to perfectly pastel modern ghost towns, Africa’s standout abandonments are as diverse and fascinating as the continent itself.

Diepgezet Ghost Town Dusty Tracks Off Road Adventures

Diepgezet Ghost TownIncredibly this magnificent gravel pass is not officially named by any government authority at the time of writing. The well-designed pass twists and turns its way laboriously through 738 meters of altitude through the mountains just two kilometers from the Swaziland border to summit at a T-junction with the R40 south of Barberton.

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Another one of the US' abandoned mining towns, Garnet dates back to the 1860s. It was once the residential and commercial center for a heavily mined area. It is believed that in 1898, around 1,000 people populated the town that was once known as Mitchell. Unsurprisingly, Garnet was abandoned two decades later when the gold in the mines ran out.

We asked a paranormal investigation team to take us inside

Aug 24, 2018· An abandoned mining hospital in Pretoria. Built in 1907, this abandoned hospital served the local community and European miners. Former employees tell stories of experiencing extreme fear and would refuse to sleep in the old wards; they would eventually try

Kolmanskop: Stunning pictures of Namibia's ghost town that

Mar 31, 2013· Kolmanskop, in the Namib Desert, was founded in the early 1900s when diamonds were found in the area but was abandoned in the 1950s. The unique town is now a magnet for tourists.

The Most Beautiful Historic Towns In South Africa

Visit these beautiful historic towns in South Africa RHODES. On the tail-end of the Drakensberg Mountains, alongside the peak Ben Macdhui, is a tiny historic village that looks like something forgotten in the mists of time.. Only a few people live there, but the tin-roofed architecture is available for visitors after a low-key holiday in front of a wood-burning stove with only the occasional

Be your own mayor: Six towns for sale right now

Apr 16, 2019· Leigh Creek, South Australia. Photo: Thinkstock. We promised six towns for sale but here’s one more to keep an eye on. The South Australian government is considering selling mining town Leigh Creek, about 550 kilometres from Adelaide, after Alinta Energy closed the coal mine it was purpose built to serve in November last year.

Mining tourism – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

Røros was one of two privileged mining towns (Kongsberg the other). Røros retain the style from the time when it was developed. The unusual church dominates the skyline. The town and mines are a UNESCO world heritage site. (updated Dec 2015) Limestone mines at Eide, Eide near Molde. Abandoned limestone/marble mines can be visited by groups.

The Abandoned Mining Hospital P 1

May 14, 2019· take a journey into the haunted mining hospital where the Phoenix Paranormal team investigates. The remote location is reported to be the site of thousands of unmarked graves.

11 Towns for Sale in the USA Bob Vila

Founded in 1802, this former mill town and tourist hot spot was all but abandoned by the mid-1990s. In a bid to rescue the peaceful community and reopen its shuttered buildings, an independent

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