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Devil's Tower: Gibraltar's Ancient Watchtower
Explore Devil's Tower in Gibraltar, a historical site with stunning views and a glimpse into the region's past.
Devil's Tower in Gibraltar, an ancient watchtower, holds historical significance near a site where Neanderthal remains were discovered. Demolished in 1940 during World War II, it lent its name to the surrounding area.
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A brief summary to Devils Tower
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Devil's Tower Rd, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA, GI
Discover more about Devils Tower
Devil's Tower, located in Gibraltar, was an ancient watchtower with a rich history. The tower was constructed from limestone and served as part of Gibraltar's northeast defenses. It was also known as la Torre del Diablo, la Torre de los Diablos, la Torre de los Angeles, el Angel de la Guardia, la Atalaya del Mar de Levante, and la Torre de San Pedro.In 1940, the tower was demolished during World War II because it was in the line of fire of one of Gibraltar's guns. The tower's name lives on in the Devil's Tower Camp, the Devils Tower Emplacement, and Devil's Tower Road.Near Devil's Tower, a cave was discovered where the skull of a Neanderthal child was found in 1926. The Devil's Tower Cave is a narrow fissure in the north face of the Rock.
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Getting There
Walking
From Gibraltar International Airport, head east along Winston Churchill Avenue. Turn right onto Devil's Tower Road. Continue along Devil's Tower Road until you reach the historical landmark. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes.
Public Transport
From the Gibraltar International Airport, walk to the bus stop on Winston Churchill Avenue. Take Bus 5 towards the city center. Get off at the Devil's Tower Road stop. Walk a short distance along Devil's Tower Road to reach the destination. Bus fare is approximately £2.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available at the Gibraltar International Airport. A taxi ride to Devil's Tower Road is a short trip, costing approximately £5-£10.
A brief summary to Devils Tower
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