Country Information
| Sovereign State | No (British Overseas Territory) |
| Country Codes | GI, GIB, 292 |
| Official Name | Gibraltar |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Gibraltar |
| Government Type | British Overseas Territory |
| Currency | Gibraltar Pound (GIP), also accepts British Pound (GBP) |
| Calling Code | +350 |
| Member Of | Not a member but part of the United Kingdom’s memberships |
| Population | Approx. 34,000 (as of 2023) |
| Total Area | 6.7 square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Rock of Gibraltar (426 meters or 1,398 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Mediterranean Sea (0 meters or 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | High (exact figure varies) |
| Life Expectancy | Comparable to the UK |
| Internet TLD | .gi |
Gibraltar National Anthem
God Save the King
God save our gracious King!
Long live our noble King!
God save the King!
Send him victorious,
Happy and glorious,
Long to reign over us,
God save the King.
Thy choicest gifts in store
On him be pleased to pour,
Long may he reign.
May he defend our laws,
And ever give us cause,
To sing with heart and voice,
God save the King.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Gibraltar Flag
The flag of Gibraltar is one of the key symbols of this British Overseas Territory. It was officially adopted on November 8, 1982, and features two horizontal bands of white (top) and red with a three-towered red castle in the white band, and a golden key hanging from the castle gate.
The castle and key are heraldic emblems of Gibraltar, symbolizing its strategic position at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea from the Atlantic Ocean. The key signifies Gibraltar as the key to Spain, which was how it was viewed historically due to its strategic importance.
The history of the flag is closely linked to Gibraltar’s military history, especially during the Great Siege of Gibraltar by Spanish and French forces (1779-1783). The flag symbolizes resilience and the territory’s long-standing connection to Britain.
Throughout history, the flag has become a symbol of the Gibraltarian identity, reflecting a mix of British and Mediterranean influences. The design, combining traditional British and local symbols, represents the unique status of Gibraltar as a British territory, with its own distinct identity and culture.
The flag is a source of pride for Gibraltarians and is prominently displayed on National Day, celebrated annually on September 10, commemorating Gibraltar’s first sovereignty referendum of 1967. It stands as a testament to Gibraltar’s history, resilience, and the enduring nature of its strategic and cultural significance.