What is gibraltar fortress?

The Gibraltar Fortress is a military fortification located at the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It is situated on the strategic point of the Rock of Gibraltar, overlooking the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea and bordered by Spain. The first fortifications were built by the Moors in the 8th century, and since then was occupied and used by many other powers such as the Spanish, the British and the Germans.

The modern fortress, built during the 18th and 19th centuries, is a complex network of tunnels, forts, batteries, and underground galleries, designed to defend the territory and its military installations during times of conflict. Its system of tunnels alone covers an area of more than 50 kilometers, and it houses a great number of the cannons and other artillery used in its defense. The fortress has been in use during numerous conflicts, most notably during the Great Siege of Gibraltar in the 18th century when it withstood a long siege by the French and Spanish.

Today, the fortress is still in use by the British military, and it is also open to the public for tours and visits. It is considered one of the top tourist attractions in Gibraltar, and its impressive views and historical significance continue to draw visitors from around the world.