GIBRALTAR ~ Gorham’s Cave Complex - UNESCO ~

... Great view of Gibraltar’s only WHS... a historical attraction about human history and an exceptional testimony to the traditions of Neanderthals... Gorham's Cave is one of numerous cave sites on the Rock of Gibraltar that were occupied by Neanderthals from about 45,000 years ago to perhaps as recently as 28,000 years ago... probably one of the the last known settlement of Neanderthals in Europe... it is one of a complex of four caves, all occupied when the sea level was much lower... some areas can be visited and numbers of visitors allowed may vary from time to time... all visits must be escorted by guides from the Gibraltar National Museum... there is also a viewing platform, more than 300 steps up... at this wonderfully scenic lookout one see the unique views of the entire WHS which extends to the highest point of the Rock at O'Hara's Battery, 426m, above sea level... with great matching UNESCO stamp👍... Hééééééél Erg Bedankt, Eric!!( ✿◠‿◠) for visiting here... sending me this lovely surprise and your nice comment about my blog, really appreciated ♥ 

Photo: K. Martinez
Gorham's Cave is a sea-level cave in the British overseas territory of Gibraltar. The site is located on the Mediterranean side of the Rock of Gibraltar. When first inhabited, it would have been approximately 5 kilometres from the shore, but, due to changes in sea level, it is now only a few metres from the Mediterranean Sea. 

The  caves that are not submerged by the sea contain archaeological deposits. In Gorham’s Cave, Vanguard Cave, Hyaena Cave and Bennett’s Cave traces of Neanderthal occupation have been found. 

Some others have Early Modern Human deposits. The sites have been excavated since the 19th century, but only since 1989 the importance of the Gibraltar cave sites has been confirmed.

 In 2016, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stamps:

UNESCO World Heritage - Gorham's Cave Complex 

(Issued 20-09-2016)

EUROPA Stamps 

(Issued 16-05-1979)

EUROPA Stamps

(Issued 06-03-1984)

GIBRALTAR ~ Gibraltar by satelite ~

...Once more a "WOW" postcard...this amazing view tells us exactly where on our beautiful planet "Earth" Gibraltar is situated... and its always so nice to get "surprise" postcards from traveling friends and family...Thanks a lot Johan!! (ツ)_/¯  →(http://johanpostcards.blogspot.be/)

"View of the strait of Gibraltar and the two continents Europe and Africa"
Gibraltar is a 7km2 British overseas territory located on the southern end tip of the mainland Spain at the entrance of the Mediterranean, known for the Rock of Gibraltar, a 426m limestone ridge at its centre.

It is a remnant of the times of massive naval battles, captured to protect the mouth of the Mediterranean. Nowadays, ‘the rock’ is an intriguing blend of English and Spanish culture.

Stamp:
Definitive
(Issued 2014)

GIBRALTAR ~Barnaby Monkey~

My second card from Gibraltar...A soo cute looking mother and baby ape...but they are wild animals...and I read many stories of monkeys who steal, hiss and bite... Thanks a lot Rachel!!

With great stamps:Definitive 2008 'Birds of Gibraltar' and Centenary of Naval Aviation 2009

According to popular legend, Gibraltar will remain under British rule as long the Barbary Apes exist on Gibraltar.
Home to the world-famous Barbary Apes, Europe's only free-ranging primates.One of Gibraltar’s most popular tourist attractions. At present there are some 300 animals in five troupes occupying the area of the Upper Rock. Here you have the rare opportunity to observe the tail-less macaques closely.

GIBRALTAR ~O'Hara Battery-Rock Gun~

Received not one but two wonderful cards cards from a new place...Gibraltar...
...To stand on this point where you have panoramic views over three countries, two continents and one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, must be breathtaking!! Thanks a lot Rachel!!

With lovely stamps: Gibraltar Chess festival 10th Ann 2012HM and
Queen Elizabeth II's Royal Grandchildren 2009

Aerial view showing Rock Gun from O'Hara BatteryAccording to legend, Hercules parted the two continents of Africa and Europe, resting an elbow in Gibraltar and one in Mons Abyla in Morocco.
Gibraltar is a British overseas territory located on the southern end of the Iberian Peninsula at the entrance of the Mediterranean. Today its economy is based largely on tourism, financial services, and shipping.

O’Hara's Battery is located at the very top of the Nature Reserve. No cars, not even taxi’s are allowed up.
It is an artillery battery and located at the highest point of the Rock of Gibraltar, near the southern end of the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. It was constructed in 1890 at the former site of a watchtower that had earned the name O'Hara's Folly. The battery and tower were both named after the Governor of Gibraltar Charles O'Hara. The battery was in use during World War II and was last fired during training exercises in 1976. O'Hara's Battery has been refurbished and is open to the public.