Gibraltar is positioned right at the entrance to the Mediterranean, and is a British Overseas Colony. The British used it for the Royal Navy for many years, but the economy now depends on shipping, finance, gaming and tourism. It is a funny blend of Spain and Britain, complete with Spanish speakers and Tapas, and British Pounds and red phoneboxes.
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| The Bay of Gibraltar, including our ship |
As the Rock of Gibraltar and its Barbary Macaques (monkeys) are the main attractions, we decided to ascend the peak one way or another. After a 45min walk/climb up the Devil’s Gap walkway and Queen’s Steps, we reached the summit. It was a breath taking spot and well worth the climb.
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| The Queen's Staircase, taken from the top of the ship |
The Strait of Gibraltar is 14km at its narrowest point and it was quite amazing sailing through and seeing Morocco/Africa on one side and Gibraltar/Europe on the other.
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| The Gibraltar Strait |
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