[April 17, Gibraltar]
A bit of the Iberian peninsula remains staunchly a part of the Commonwealth, in spite of Spain's persistent and petty pestering to "give it back". Our driver, a 4th generation Gibraltarian, told us, "We've seen what it is like on the other side [Spain], and we like it the way it is."
For us, Gibraltar was historical base-touching, a chance to tie the Pillars of Hercules, Trafalgar, and World War II up in a nostalgic bow. There isn't that much to see for the tourist, but being here is the real treat.
Gibraltar harbor, from our Queen's Hotel.
Harbor, from the Rock.
Looking across the straights to Africa.
From within the Siege Tunnels, built by the British in 1779 to counter a French/Spanish siege of Gibraltar.
The Gibraltar airport is bisected by the main (only) road from Spain into the city. Several times a week, traffic is stopped on the road to allow planes to land or take off. On crossing, the prudent driver looks left, right, and up.
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