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Nature at Its Best: Gibraltar’s Wild Heart
Gibraltar’s natural beauty thrives in the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, a sanctuary where Barbary macaques roam limestone cliffs. Wander the Skywalk, a glass platform suspended 340 meters above sea level, or traverse the Mediterranean Steps—a rugged trail blooming with Gibraltar candytuft and sea lavender. The Windsor Suspension Bridge, part of the Thrill Seekers Trail, spans 70 meters across a gorge, offering amazing views of the Strait. Did you know? Gibraltar’s rewilding project aims to reintroduce native species like the Iberian lynx. From the Apes’ Den to O’Hara’s Battery, every path reveals a story etched in rock and flora.
Culture & Gastronomy: Gibraltar’s Soul
Gibraltar’s blend of British, Spanish, and Genoese flavours shines at the Calentita Festival, where chefs serve saffron-infused paella and sticky fig pastries. The Gibraltar National Theatre, rebranded in 2023, hosts flamenco nights and Shakespearean plays. Stroll through the Alameda Botanic Gardens, founded in 1816, or join the World Travel Market to meet artisans crafting leather-bound notebooks. Sustainability drives this community—new electric buses now ferry visitors to the Nature Reserve, aligning with net-zero goals.
Windsor Suspension Bridge: Sky-High Thrills
Designed for adventurers, the Windsor Suspension Bridge anchors Gibraltar’s Upper Rock as a daredevil’s paradise. Built in 2016, this steel-and-wood structure sways gently above jagged cliffs, framing vistas of Morocco’s coastline. Pair it with the Mediterranean Steps for a full-day hike ending at the Rock’s summit. Local guides often share tales of its construction, a feat blending modern engineering with ancient geology. Pro tip: Visit at sunset when the bridge glows amber, and the macaques retreat to their dens.
History Alive: Fortresses & Secrets
Gibraltar’s past beats through its stone. Explore the World War II Tunnels, a labyrinth carved by British soldiers, or stand beneath Moorish Castle’s battlements, built in 711 AD. The City Under Siege Exhibition unveils how locals endured the Great Siege (1779–1783), while Europa Point’s lighthouse—operational since 1841—guards ships entering the Mediterranean. Fun fact: The Rock’s underground network stretches over 50 kilometres. Recent investments in northern defences, like the 16th-century Charles V Wall, merge preservation with innovation.
Mediterranean Steps: Hike Through Time
The Mediterranean Steps, a steep ascent from Jew’s Gate to O’Hara’s Battery, wind through Gibraltar’s ecological mosaic. Wild olive trees and dwarf fan palms line the path, while peregrine falcons circle overhead. At the peak, Europe’s southernmost cannon once guarded against naval invasions. Hikers often spot migratory birds—Gibraltar lies on the African-Eurasian flyway. Post-climb, refuel with calentita, a chickpea flatbread sold at street stalls since the 1700s.
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