Every Year, Gibraltar welcomes millions of tourists and whether they are arriving to sample the fine cuisine, its natural beauty or its sporting pursuits many of them will head to Main Street, the centre of Gibraltar’s commercial district and the scene of some of the best value shopping on the Mediterranean.
When you first see the Rock of Gibraltar, you cannot fail to be impressed by the visual impact of its stature, towering isolated above the surrounding countryside.
Interesting Points
When you visit Gibraltar you must See : The Rock, Europa Point, Sailing Trip, Cable Cars, Dolphin Safaris, Botanical Gardens, City Gates and Fortifications, Catalan Bay. Gibraltar is a famed destination of shopping as it one among the few VAT free shopping destinations in Europe.
Europa Point Trinity Lighthouse
Europa Point Lighthouse stands at the southernmost point of Gibraltar. Europa Point was first lit in 1841 and initially a fixed light was exhibited by a single wick oil lamp amplified by a dioptric fixed lens and catoptrics mirrors.
Old Rock Pub
Just a small little pub but with character. There is a large wooden bar taking up good part of this narrow little pub. Friendly atmosphere.
The Marinas
There are two marinas in Gibraltar Ocean Village and Queensway Quay, offering excellent berthing facilities, shops, and restaurants.
Gibraltar's Ocean Village is fast-gathering a reputation for being the rising star in the superyacht arena and is now competing with the most established marinas across the Mediterranean.
Queensway Quay Marina is one of the few places where it is perfectly safe to leave your yacht for long periods without any worries. With its impressive backdrop of luxury apartments, restaurants, shops and bars.
Gibraltar is an amazing place. Just 7 miles of property, and something for everyone, with most of it steeped in history. The beauty of the area can’t be denied and for that reason alone, if no other, a Break to Gibraltar should be in your plans for a holiday.
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