Kimberley Mine (Big Hole)

The Kimberley Mine, also known as the Big Hole, is a large open-pit diamond mine in South Africa. It was created during the late 19th century gold rush when miners sought valuable diamonds underground. The mine is famous for its enormous size—about 463 meters (1,519 feet) wide and 240 meters (790 feet) deep—making it one of the largest hand-dug excavations in the world. Today, it is a heritage site and popular tourist attraction, offering insight into the diamond mining history and the rapid expansion during the diamond rush era.