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
About
The Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre is an archaeological site located near Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa. It features rock engravings attributed to the Later Stone Age, with a primary focus on large mammals such as elephants, rhinos, and hippos. These engravings, made using the 'pecked' technique, represent a significant aspect of Khoe-San rock art. Stone circles and other archaeological traces suggest the site's use for ritualistic purposes. The site's historical significance is further enriched by the involvement of the Khoe-San, particularly during colonial resistance led by Kousop in the 19th century. Today, the site is a Provincial Heritage Site managed by the Northern Cape Rock Art Trust and owned by the !Xun and Khwe San communities, serving as a cultural link to their heritage.
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