What the flag of Gibraltar means
The castle and key come from arms granted by Spain in 1502: Gibraltar as the key to the Mediterranean. Spain ceded it to Britain in 1713 and still claims it.
Where is Gibraltar?
Gibraltar is in Europe. The nearest countries in Battuta are Portugal, Morocco, Spain, Andorra and Algeria. Find it yourself on the 3D globe in Waypoint: Europe.
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Questions and answers
When was the flag of Gibraltar adopted?
The current design of the flag of Gibraltar was adopted in 1982.
What colours are on the flag of Gibraltar?
The main colours of the flag of Gibraltar are white, red and yellow.