Located at the end of the Iberian Peninsula, at the gateway from North Africa to Europe, Gibraltar and the Rock of Gibraltar are famous symbols around the world. Here in the United States the "Rock's" use as a logo for a Prudential has made it a familiar icon for generations. However many Americans are unfamiliar with the history and importance Gibraltar and the Rock of Gibraltar have played in European politics.
Despite being located near the southern tip of Spain, Gibraltar is a part of Great Britain. It was ceded by Spain to Great Britain in the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht. The territory was formally made a British colony in 1830 and in a referendum 1967, Gibraltarians voted overwhelmingly to remain a British dependency.
The current Constitution for Gibraltar, ratified in 1969, states that the British Government will never allow the people of Gibraltar to pass under the sovereignty of another state against their wishes.
Sovereignty over Gibraltar has always been a sore point for Spain and it continues to this day. Entry from Spain to Gibraltar requires passing through Spanish check points which can be slow. Expect you car and personal effects to possibly be searched though this is also an attempt to block smuggling from Morocco and North Africa.
The weather on Gibraltar is mild with a Mediterranean climate. The winters are mild and the summers are warm.
Gibraltar, which is about half the physical size of Rhode Island has a population of approximately 28,000.
English is the official language though Spanish, Italian and Portuguese are common.
There is one airport in Gibraltar with a total of five airlines in full operation. They include British Airways, GB Airways, Iberia, Fly Gibraltar, and Monarch Airlines.
Tourism is the largest industry in Gibraltar with about 5 million people yearly visiting. The most popular attractions are the Rock of Gibraltar, the Barbary Monkeys and St. Andrews Church of Scotland which offers an excellent historical overview of Gibraltar. Guided tours are available for all the attractions.
There are local hotel accommodations and dining options, particularly fine seafood—influenced by Spanish and North African cuisines.
Violent crime directed at travelers is rare in Gibraltar, but petty theft and pick-pocketing can be a problem. Visitors should exercise common sense and take normal precautions to keep personal items safe. Never agree to carry items from strangers across the border as this may be contraband someone is attempting to smuggle.
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