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Holidays in Gibraltar - Tourist Attractions

TIME : 2016/3/18 11:52:46
Gibraltar is a unique country that separates Europe from Africa, and you can feel both the influences when you visit this duty free paradise. In Gibraltar gambling is legal and therefore they boast of two casinos of their own that draw in visitors and locals alike.

The Rock of Gibraltar is a place rich in history especially in the traces of human existence dating as far back as the age of the Neanderthal man. There has been a longstanding battle between Spain and the UK for sovereignty of the place, and a unanimous vote by the people of Gibraltar to remain under British rule rendered it still to be a British territory up to this day.

One of the best places to visit if you enjoy seeing the mediterranean from a different view is to climb the limestone steps that wind from the beach to the top portion of Gibraltar; from there one can view Morocco as well as the outline of the African continent.

Dolphin and whale watching
A cove down Gibraltar has an amazing display of dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. A trip down this bay is worth making just to witness the beauty of these sea creatures playing and showing off their splendor for all to see. Here, you will truly appreciate these marine creatures in their natural habitat.

Cable ride
For a spectacular view from the top of the Rock of Gibraltar, you can take a cable car ride. During the ride, you will also get to see the majestic spread of Spain up north and Africa down south. This is truly a sight to behold!

Water sports
You can go jet skiing and para gliding to enjoy the beautiful waters down in the Catalan or Sandy bays and other beaches. Be one with the underground flora and fauna by diving into the waters, too, if you love exploring under the sea. This will definitely give you a thrill as you dive deep down into the waters of Gibraltar.

LightHouse
This lighthouse is a representation of the importance of Toronto as an extremely vital port city many years ago. Construction on the lighthouse began in 1803, and while it has undergone a number of restorations since that day, it has pretty much stood its ground over the years. However, the attraction to this lighthouse goes beyond its historical significance, as it is deemed to be a haunted by its original keeper. In 1815, J.P. Radan Muller was believed to have been murdered by soldiers who were looking for bootleg beer.

Monkeys without tails
This is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Gibraltar. The macaques, otherwise known as the tailless monkeys are said to be the only species of wild primates that can be found in the whole of Europe. There is also a wonderful legend covering the existence of these macaques in Gibraltar, one which believes that it will cease to be a British territory once these monkeys have also ceased to exist. Giblaltar is a popular tourist destination, with millions of tourists visiting the city every year and this city plays host to a large number of festivals, events and conferences. If you are planning to visit Gibraltar, Book Your Short breaks to Gibraltar. For more information please visit www.gibraltar4less.co.uk