The Mining Village of Tiébaghi

Nickel is abundant in New Caledonia and mining is significantly essential for its economy. In Tiébaghi mining village, you will be astonished by the wealth of the former mining community. The sites have been meticulously restored, and a visit is a highly educational experience, not to mention a spectacular view! This mining village of Tiébaghi is located around 20 kilometers from Koumac in the mining massif.

The property was purchased by INCO, a Canadian company, in 1967, and reopened briefly in 1976. Furthermore, not far from the ancient site, enormous nickel resources were discovered in 1965, giving the region a fresh lease on life in the mining industry! The ex-mining community would later surprise tourists as part of one of the most beautiful historical sites in New Caledonia, thanks to remarkable restoration and reconstruction work carried out by a local group.

Location: Koumac