The Big Hole
The old Kimberley Mine forms a vast round crater near the city centre. On the poster it is a striking empty circle, and it gives the map an instant focal point.
Minimalist map poster · South Africa
Kimberley Map Poster & Print
28.7323° S / 24.7623° E
A diamond town whose streets wind between old mining claims, centred on the huge open crater of the Big Hole
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Kimberley in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Kimberley, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Kimberley at home
The map
About this Kimberley map poster
Kimberley grew out of a diamond rush in 1871, when prospectors flooded the flat veld in the Northern Cape. Its street plan shows that start. Instead of a planned grid, many streets bend and meet at odd angles. They follow the paths between the early mining camps and claims, which grew into neighbourhoods over time.
Near the centre is the Big Hole, the old Kimberley Mine. It is one of the largest hand-dug excavations in the world, a deep crater now partly filled with water. On the map it is a large round void in the middle of the streets. Mine dumps and old workings mark other parts of the town.
Kimberley was also one of the first cities in the Southern Hemisphere to install electric street lights, in 1882. A Kimberley map poster shows the old mining town from above, with the Big Hole at its centre and the streets bending around it.
- Population
- 142,000
- Coordinates
- 28.7323° S / 24.7623° E
- Elevation
- 1224 m
- Time zone
- Johannesburg
- Region
- Kimberley, South Africa
Mining-camp streets
Many streets still follow routes laid out during the diamond rush. Their irregular angles give Kimberley a street pattern unlike most planned South African towns.
Dumps and workings
Flattened mine dumps and other old workings appear as broad open areas across the town. They break up the streets and show the industry that created the city.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Kimberley
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Kimberley
A map that means something
Kimberley's map shows more of its history than most, which makes it a strong print for anyone with family ties to the mines or the Northern Cape. Add a title, family name or a meaningful date, and keep the coordinates as a final line.
Noir makes the Big Hole stand out, while Sand suits the dry veld. Classic, Paper and Blueprint are also available. Printed posters ship from partners in 30+ countries, and the $9 files let you print at home or with a local printer.
Order the Kimberley posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Kimberley map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Kimberley poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Kimberley poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Kimberley poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Kimberley poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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