Gibraltar

Gibraltar, as seen from Punta del Canero
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Author: Hans Lohninger


Gibraltar is a territory of the United Kingdom in Continental Europe. It has a number of tourist attractions, the most famous being the Rock of Gibraltar. Other sights and places of interest in Gibraltar includes Gorhams Cave, Moorish Castle and the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned. In this Gibraltar, let me take you to explore all these sights.

It is located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula overlooking the Straits of Gibraltar. Gibraltar covers an area of just 6.843 square kilometers (2.642 square miles), and is a strategic location for British Armed Forces and Royal Navy bases.

Gibraltar was ceded by Spain to the Crown of Great Britain under the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht, but since then Spain has sought for its return. The residents of Gibraltar however strongly opposed any move to return the territory to Spain, or for any form of shared sovereignty. As a result, Gibraltar remains a British territory, a position that often complicate relations between Spain and the United Kingdom.

Fast Facts about Gibraltar

• Official Name: Gibraltar
  
  
• Capital: Gibraltar
  
  
• Population of Gibraltar: 29,500
  
  
• Currency: Gibraltar Pound
  
  
• Languages spoken: English (official), Spanish, others
  
  
• Religions: Roman Catholic, Protestant, others
  
  
• Size: 6.5 sq km (2.5 sq miles)
  
  

Gibraltar Town Square
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Author: PookieFugglestein

When to visit Gibraltar

The best time to visit Gibraltar are from April to October, to enjoy good weather. If you wish to avoid extreme heat, however, avoid July to August.

What to wear in Gibraltar

Lightweight clothing is good enough for the summer months. Medium weight clothing is recommended for the winter months.

Gibraltar coastal road with water cascading from a desalination plant
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Author: Nathan Harig

Planning your visit to Gibraltar

Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is in fact the airport of the British Royal Air Force, but nowadays it is used for civilian flights. It claims the distinction of being the closest airport to the city centre, as it is just 500m from the centre of Gibraltar. The airport handles scheduled flights from London-Gatwick and London-Luton.

Gibraltar Entry Requirements

Visa is not required for nationals of US, Australia, Canada, Britain and other EU countries.

Travel in Gibraltar

One can easily explore Gibraltar on foot. There are some places which are quite steep, so when needed, take a taxi.

Money matters in Gibraltar

The currency used is the Gibraltar pound (GIP, symbol £) £1=100p. Banknotes are available in denominations of £5, £10, £20 and £50. Coins come in denominations of 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1, £2, and £5. Banking hours are from 9:00am to 3:30pm Mondays to Thursdays, and 9:00am to 4:30pm Fridays.

Places of Interest in Gibraltar

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