Tailings dams
Large, flat-topped tailings facilities form broad geometric shapes near the mines. They are among the most prominent features on the map.
Minimalist map poster · South Africa
Marikana Map Poster & Print
25.6990° S / 27.4748° E
A mining town in South Africa's platinum belt, where shafts, tailings dams and settlements spread across the bushveld.
- 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
Marikana 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 Marikana, 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
Marikana at home
The map
About this Marikana map poster
Marikana lies in North West province, between Rustenburg and Brits, on the western limb of the Bushveld Complex, the geological formation that holds most of the world's known platinum resources. Mining shapes the town and its surroundings. On a map, shafts, processing plants and large tailings dams form distinct geometric shapes across the open veld.
The settlement pattern is mixed. There is a small formal town, mine housing and extensive informal settlements where dense, irregular paths weave between homes. Roads and railway lines link the mines to Rustenburg and Pretoria, and the ridge of the Magaliesberg runs to the south, adding a long line of relief to the landscape.
In August 2012 the area became known around the world when police shot dead 34 striking mineworkers near a hill outside the town, an event remembered as the Marikana massacre. A Marikana map poster records the place as it is: a working landscape of mines and communities in the platinum belt.
- Population
- 23,000
- Coordinates
- 25.6990° S / 27.4748° E
- Elevation
- 1170 m
- Time zone
- Johannesburg
- Region
- Marikana, South Africa
Settlement patterns
Formal streets, mine housing and informal settlements sit close together. Their different textures make the social geography of the area visible from above.
Magaliesberg ridge
The Magaliesberg range runs south of the town. Its long ridge line frames the mining landscape and adds natural relief to the composition.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Marikana
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 Marikana
A map that means something
People hang this map to honour where they or their families have lived and worked, and sometimes to remember those who died in 2012. Drawn simply, it treats the place with seriousness and without spectacle.
You can write your own title and subtitle, including a name or date of personal significance, and edit the coordinates line. Classic black & white and Noir suit the subject well. Order a matte print from partners in more than 30 countries, or download the HD files for $9.
Order the Marikana 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.
Marikana map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Marikana 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 Marikana 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 Marikana 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 Marikana 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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