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Public Market

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The Public Market is just outside the Casemates Gate. The foundation stone was laid on June 20th, 1928 and the market opened in 1929. Small businesses operate out of the market where you can find fresh produce and fish.

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Post Office

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The main post office is open from 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday and 10.00am to 1.00pm on Saturdays. Postal services in the territory have been running since 1886 and in 2005, the title of ‘Royal’ was granted by the Queen. Known as the

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Plaque Royalty Spot

by keeweechic

At this spot overlooking Marina Bay is a plaque which commemorates the visit of Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh on their visit to Gibraltar in 1994 ? It states that this is the place they stopped to look out over Gibraltar.

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Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

by keeweechic

Construction of the Cathedral began in 1825 and took some 7 years before it was completed although it wasn’t until 1842 that the church was actually given the status of Cathedral. George Tomlinson was designated as the first Bishop. The Cathedral which is also known as the Gibraltar Cathedral has had quite a past. While it managed to survive WWII, it did not come out unscathed when the RFA Bedenham – an ammunition ship – blew up in 1951. As a result the building underwent extensive repairs

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Irish Town

by keeweechic

Irish Town, as it is down was established during the 1700’s. This was land which was allotted to the gentry of Gibraltar. The area or street runs parallel to Main Street. Of course you will expect to find some good Irish restaurants and pubs such as The Clipper and Corks. You might find the odd Consulate here also.

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Soldier of Defence

by keeweechic

In Casements Square is the statue of a Soldier of the Gibraltar Defence Force and represents their role during World War II. The monument was unveiled in 1995 to honour all Gibraltarians who served in the Gibraltar Regiment, the Gibraltar Defence Force as well as the Gibraltarian volunteer corps

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Tower of Homage

by keeweechic

On the hillside above the town area of Gibraltar stands the Moorish Castle known as the Tower of Homage. The ruins construction dates back to the 1333AD. Part of the old castle (the Tower of Homage) has been restored and that is the part which is open.

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A Marriage made in the Mediterranean…

by sugarpuff

I just came across this website, www.mygibraltar.co.uk, and although not connected to them, although I wish I were as they have good ideas(!), I thought I would tell you about some of their services...and weddings in Gib, is just one of them!Looking for a new and exciting destination in which to get married but need not be expensive? Want a beach, sunshine and an English speaking location but don’t want to travel miles away? Want your closest friends and family to attend your Big Day without burdening them with the huge cost (and embarrassment) of travelling transatlantic? Well with MyGibraltar you can now do exactly that.John Lennon and Yoko Ono got hitched here. Sean Connery loved it so much he got married, twice, here whilst Roger Moore chose Gibraltar as his honeymoon destination!More and more couples wanting to get married in the sun are choosing Gibraltar, as here you can be...

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Alemeda Botanical Gardens

by kaloz

This botanical garden is very close to the cable car up to the rock. It is at the far end of the parking lot. The gardens have been restored and feature the flora of the area and hinterlands. If the line for the cable car is too long, take in the gardens before, or if the line is shorter, you can visit afterwards.

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Post your cards

by kaloz

Post offices are notorious for accepting only cash payments. in Gibraltar convery your money to pounds sterling before visiting the Royal Post. Many shops in Gibraltar will also accept Euros or credit cards.

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Q:  Is it safe to go and see the apes and should i leave all valuables in the hotel? I have seen video and they seem very fast at... 

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A: Yes perfectly safe to see the apes, The cable car will take you to the viewing platform, DO NOT TAKE FOOD or TRY TO FEED THE APES. The apes are quite used to having there... 

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