A Namibian railway worker found a stone glowing in the sand in 1908; within years, it turned a desert settlement into Africa’s richest place before it became a ghost town

A Namibian railway worker discovered a diamond in 1908, sparking a significant diamond rush. Kolmanskop rapidly transformed into a wealthy African town with impressive infrastructure. More profitable diamond deposits were later found further south, causing the town's decline. Mining operations ceased, and residents eventually departed, leaving Kolmanskop abandoned. Today, this ghost town serves as a unique tourist attraction for visitors.

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