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Founded in 1886 when gold was discovered on the Witwatersrand (White Water Ridge), Johannesburg today is a thriving metropolitan area with over six million residents. Gold continues to be the economic mainstay of the city; indeed, it is the largest source of income for all of South Africa, followed by diamonds and chemicals. As the country's transportation hub, Jo'burg sees millions of visitors yearly; most are just passing through, but those that choose to stay a while will find an exciting, ..[Read More]
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Johannesburg, Africa Factoid
Originally discovered by Australian George Harrison, the rich deposits of gold that encircle Johannesburg are still mined today. Most of the mines now reach a depth of 2 miles (3km), and mining concerns continue to be the major employer.
