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22 October 2008
Operation Tracer - Stay Behind Cave
Veteran returns to "Stay Behind Cave" after 66 years.
Gibraltar's top secret WW2 Operation Tracer. We would also like to hear from anyone who may have further information.
11 October 2008
Latest photographs of the Bulk Carrier MV FEDRA (35000 tonnes) which has gone aground against the Rock of Gibraltar in a force 8 gale at Europa Point. In the early hours of 11 October Gibraltar Emergency Services rescued 31 crew members who became stranded on the ship, a Spanish Coast Guard helicopter also provided assistance.
Operation Felix
"German troops" capture Gibraltar!
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Upper Rock Nature Reserve
This is the focal point for all visitors to Gibraltar. The reserve is a serious study area for botanists and bird watchers but also provides tourists with sightseeing activities such as the famous semi-wild apes, caves, tunnels, large military guns and many more sites of historical and geological interest.
Town area
The town is enclosed by impressive fortress walls, the oldest being those of the Moorish Castle complex. Narrow passages and steps which climb steeply between the buildings can be found in the upper part of the town. The Gibraltar Museum is a must for the visitor with an academic interest in Gibraltar, this includes military and archaeological artefacts especially remains of Neanderthal man. There are many important buildings and churches which can be visited.
South area
Several key historical sites are found in this area such as the 100 Ton Gun, Parson's Lodge and the bay where Admiral Lord Nelson's body was brought ashore when his damaged flagship, HMS Victory, was towed there after the Battle of Trafalgar. At the southern tip of Gibraltar you will find the Europa Point Lighthouse and the Ibrahim-al-Ibrahim Mosque.
East side
Although there are few historical sites on this side of the Rock, this is more than made up for by the breath taking views of the sheer cliffs and the fishing village at Catalan Bay nestling beneath the cliffs. The coastline on this side is rugged and spectacular towards the south. Access to the Eastern side of the Rock is via Devil's Tower Road. An observation tower known as the Devil's Tower near the entrance to Eastern Beach gave the road its name. The tower was demolished in 1940.
Bay and Strait of Gibraltar
The bay is well known for Dolphin watching, with some of the highest concentrations of dolphins in the Mediterranean. The sea around Gibraltar provides for great sailing, fishing and diving. A large number of ship wrecks provide good diving for experienced divers. |
