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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Situated on a headland on Spain's south coast, the city of Gibraltar is a modern outpost and British Overseas Territory dominated by the 1398-foot Rock of Gibraltar.
- The city has a long-standing history beginning with settlement by the Moors, followed by occupation by Spain before being ceded to the British in 1713.
- The city has several interesting attractions including the ruins of a 14th-century Moorish Castle and the 18th century Great Siege Tunnels.
- Gibraltar caters to all budgets with a good selection of hotels ranging from modest guesthouses to luxury retreats.
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