Europa Point, Gibraltar (must see)

Europa Point (Punta de Europa) stands as the southernmost tip of Gibraltar. It holds significance as the southernmost point of the Iberian Peninsula, with Punta de Tarifa situated 25 kilometers southwest of Gibraltar. Nestled at the edge of the Rock of Gibraltar, this area boasts a level terrain adorned with notable features like a playing field and a handful of buildings.

On a clear day, one can admire panoramic views of North Africa across the Strait of Gibraltar, including sights of Ceuta and the Rif Mountains of Morocco. Additionally, the Bay of Gibraltar and the Spanish towns lining its shores can be seen. To reach Europa Point, one must traverse Europa Road starting from the old town.

Five remarkable buildings grace Europa Point, namely Harding's Battery, the Ibrahim-al-Ibrahim Mosque, the Roman Catholic Shrine of Our Lady of Europe, the Europa Point Lighthouse, and the Nun's Well. Moreover, Europa Point claims the distinction of housing Gibraltar's sole dedicated cricket oval, where the national cricket team competes. Since 2013, Europa Point has also served as the site of the Sikorski Memorial.

Dudley Ward Tunnel connects Europa Point to the eastern side of the Rock, linking it with Sandy Bay and Catalan Bay. After eight years of closure due to a tragic rockfall, the tunnel reopened in 2010.

In 2011, the Government of Gibraltar undertook a refurbishment project at Europa Point, which was inaugurated by Peter Caruana, the Chief Minister of Gibraltar at the time. As part of the renovations, an original RML 12.5-inch 38-ton gun was mounted on a custom-made replica carriage at Harding's Battery. Additionally, the memorial honoring General Wladislaw Sikorski was relocated to Europa Point from Sir Herbert Miles Road.