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Gibraltar Nature Reserve
The Gibraltar Nature Reserve, formerly called the Upper Rock Nature Reserve, is a protected nature reserve covering over 40% of the total land area of Gibraltar. It is focally known as a top-notch bird-watching site because it is an important resting point for migratory birds. The Gibraltar Nature Reserve is also home to semi-wild Barbary macaques, 33 species of butterflies and over 600 species of flowering plants. This nature reserve also attracts thousands of visitors every year for its natural historic hotspots like St Michael's Cave and Forbes' Quarry.
St. Michael's Cave
Gibraltar has over 150 caves and St. Michael's Cave is the largest of them all. It features some remarkable ice structures called stalactites and stalagmites. First mentioned in a Greek text dated 45 AD, this cave is fabled to be connected to Africa via a 15-mile long tunnel. Its lower part, called the Lower St. Michael's Cave, was discovered during Second World War and was found to contain some chambers and an underground lake. It is best to enjoy some time here by attending a musical concert in a natural underground concert hall called the Cathedral Cave.
Moorish Castle
Starting from the Neanderthal Period, Gibraltar has served many different civilizations and empires and the list centrally includes the Moorish, Spanish and the current British rule. The Moorish Castle in Gibraltar is a medieval fortification comprising of fortified structures dating back to 8th century AD. Moorish Castle is also depicted on the reverse of the country’s older five-pound banknote.
Gibraltar Botanic Gardens (or La Alameda Gardens)
The Gibraltar Botanic Gardens in Gibraltar were commissioned by the British Governor of Gibraltar General George Don in 1816 AD. The governor used to think that his soldiers should use their leisure time in planting a garden so that everyone could get some respite from the oppressive temperatures and high heat. Gibraltar Botanic Gardens are home to an extensive range of native and exotic plant species, central to which is the Canary Islands Dragon Tree (the oldest of them is 300 years old). This garden is also home to Alameda Wildlife Conservation Park, which is a small zoo where rescued animals are kept with care.