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Gibraltar is located in Southwestern Europe, bordering the Strait of Gibraltar, which links the Mediterranean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, on the southern coast of Spain, in the timezone GMT 1. The country has
boundaries of 1.2 - Spain 1.2 (km), and a coastline of 12 (km). Major urban areas: Gibraltar, no (other) major settlements.
Elevations
Lowest point: Mediterranean Sea 0 m
Highest point: Rock of Gibraltar 426 m
Physical Features
Narrow coastal lowland borders the Rock of Gibraltar
Hazards
Climate
Mediterranean with mild winters and warm summers
Natural Resources
None
Land Use
Arable land: 0% permanent crops: 0% other: 100% (2005)
Renewable Water Resources
Fresh Water Withdrawal
Environmental Issues
Limited natural freshwater resources: large concrete or natural rock water catchments collect rainwater (no longer used for drinking water) and adequate desalination plant
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