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Many believe Kolar Gold Fields in India is the world’s gold capital. But the title belongs to Johannesburg in South Africa, home to one of the richest gold deposits ever discovered
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Gold has always held a special place in Indian culture, especially during weddings and festivals. But have you ever wondered where most of the world’s gold comes from? Many might think of Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in Karnataka, but the city known as the “World’s Gold Capital” is actually elsewhere.
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