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Coligny was declared a township in 1922. A town council was constituted in 1929. Originally named Treurfontein (well of sadness), the name was changed to honour Admiral Gaspard de Coligny, a staunch French Huguenot who was killed in the Massacre of Saint Bartholomew's Day (24 August 1572) in Paris. At first sight, Coligny gives the impression of being just another dusty, windswept village - forgotten in the mists of time and bypassed by modern life. In a way it has retained its "olde worlde" character, but it hides a wealth of history and fascinating character.

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Outdoor and indoor sports as well as many activities and experiences for the adventure seekers among us. Climb a mountain or play golf. Its up to you. (photo by Michal Marcol)

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Boer Blockhouses & Graves

Unfortunately all the blockhouses have been demolished and the graves desecrated and unkempt, with cattle British war memorial grazing among them. Even though blood also flowed in this town during the 1914 Rebellion, there seems to be little evidence ...

Area: Coligny, Central Region, North West, South Africa

Christies Guest House

Number: +27 018 673 0123

Area: Coligny, Central Region, North West, South Africa

Coligny Hotel

Number: +27 018 673 1087

Area: Coligny, Central Region, North West, South Africa

The Coligny Bust

A monument to the town's eponym which stands in the hall of the local school.

Area: Coligny, Central Region, North West, South Africa

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