Gibraltar is a meeting point between two continents – Africa and Europe – and between two seas – the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean – but it is also home to more than 30,000 inhabitants who speak a unique dialect, the only monkeys in the wild in Europe, one of the most peculiar airports in the world and above all it is a meeting place of cultures.
The Pillars of Hercules, according to Greek mythology, marked the boundary of the known world. This expression was used by ancient navigators to refer to the two mountains flanking the Strait of Gibraltar.
According to legend, the same demigod would have placed a pillar on each side of the 15-kilometer-wide channel that separates Europe from Africa.
The Rock of Gibraltar is one of them. The other is on the mountain on the other side of the strait. Mons Abila, which the Romans called it. The Arabs call it Jebel Musa
Beyond Gibraltar, to the east, the Mediterranean becomes the Atlantic Ocean. And for the ancient navigators, this was the point beyond which it was not advisable to enter: the “non-plus ultra”, in Latin, or “no further”.
Ocean Village Gibraltar Apartment For Sale Ocean Village Gibraltar is one of the areas that stand out in this beautiful city, and it is not surprising if we consider that it offers a good atmosphere and the best quality of life, as well as a spectacular environment. For these reasons, it would be a great […]
Tips to decorate your studio apartment. Have you bought a studio apartment in Gibraltar? It is a perfect property to start living independently and usually has more affordable prices. Now, decorating this space can be a bit tricky, as you have to transform a single room into a living room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen, and
Relocating to Gibraltar with Children: Advantages and Challenges Life in Gibraltar offers many benefits, as it is one of the safest places in the world and has a high-quality education system, for a child, the expatriation experience has undeniable advantages. But leaving behind a familiar environment to move abroad is no small change in a
Catalan Bay Gibraltar Windows with green and blue shutters, pastel-coloured facades, arched doorways… In some corners of Gibraltar, one could feel transported to a Genoese village in northern Italy. Catalan Bay Gibraltar has about 1,000 families whose origins are Genoese fishermen – Over the years it has gone from being a major military enclave to
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Acclimatized home in Gibraltar: Since ancient times, man has sought ways to achieve greater comfort, and has struggled against the climatic conditions of the place where he lives. Today, it also ensures its well-being by following the same principles. Therefore, technology has put these elements to work, but in a more elaborate way. Acclimatized home
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Decorating Your New Home in Gibraltar. Gibraltar is a lifestyle in itself. It is probably one of the most unique towns in the world. It is a territory under British jurisdiction and is located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Those who choose to live in Gibraltar should know that they will enjoy
