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This natural water feature marks the beginning of the Blyde River Canyon.
Through countless eons the swirling whirlpools which occur as the Treur River plunges into the Blyde River caused waterborne sand and rock to grind huge, cylindrical potholes into the bedrock of the river.
The Potholes were named after a gold digger, Tom Burke, who staked a claim nearby.
Although his claim did not produce a single ounce of gold, he correctly predicted that large gold deposits would be found in the area.
It's really a magic place...

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Additional Photos by Patrice CARRE (Calimero76) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 215 W: 31 N: 698] (9090)
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