Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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The Eye of Kuruman, located in the Northern Cape of South Africa, is a significant natural spring that serves as the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Historically, this site has played a vital role in the region's water supply and has been a focal point of social and political changes. The spring contributes to the formation of a small lake and features a dolomite cave system, which has been documented since the 19th century. The site has witnessed various socio-political events, including British colonial claims in 1885, modern irrigation projects in the early 20th century, and the impacts of apartheid policies in 1962. In 1992, it was recognized as a Provincial Heritage Site, highlighting its cultural and historical importance.
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Environmental and Natural Features
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