Fortifications of Gibraltar

The Fortifications of Gibraltar are a complex system of defensive structures built over centuries to protect the strategic Peninsula of Gibraltar. They include walls, battlements, forts, tunnels, and gun emplacements, designed to defend against attacks from land and sea. Key features include the Upper and Lower Town defenses, the Great Siege Tunnels, and the Rock’s natural rugged terrain integrated into the defense system. These fortifications have evolved from medieval defenses to modern military installations, ensuring Gibraltar's strategic importance as a British Overseas Territory. Today, they are also a historical monument open to visitors.