| Ever
since 1713, when Spain had to hand it over to Britain, Gibraltar has been
the ongoing site of many battles. Never reconciled with the loss of the
small yet strategically very important Southwest corner, Spain has always
been eager to get it back. After 300 years of open military attacks and
diplomatic crises that turned ‘the Rock’ into an impenetrable fortress
with 70 kilometres of underground tunnels, this micro-community is about
to gain a new status. |
While
Great Britain and Spain are negotiating the terms and price, the people
of Gibraltar are raising their own voice and demanding independence. The
geological wonder and botanical paradise that is Gibraltar is also one
of most fascinating spots for international travellers and a place where
centuries of different influences have melted into a powerful mix of exotic
customs. |
