Prince Edward's Road

Gibraaltar GIB ADM0·114 ADM1·52807 ADM2·52840
Description

One-way Gibraltar road lined with nineteenth-century listed houses and landmarks.

Prince Edward's Road is a one-way road in Gibraltar. It runs mostly between Town Range and Flat Bastion Road, starting near Europa Road by Hargrave's Parade and reaching Governor's Street. Several houses along the road and nearby Gowland's Ramp are listed buildings dating mostly from the 1890s.

Prince Edward's Road is a one-way road in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It mostly runs between Town Range and Flat Bastion Road. The road begins at the northern end of Europa Road, by Hargrave's Parade, and continues up to Governor's Street. At its highest elevation there is a junction that connects Prince Edward's Road with Flat Bastion Road and Castle Road. The area around the road has notable historic character. Several houses on Prince Edward's Road and nearby Gowland's Ramp are listed buildings and mostly date to the 1890s, according to a report on Gibraltar's heritage. Among these properties, 22 Prince Edward's Road holds particular local significance. Local businessman and philanthropist John Mackintosh was born at 22 Prince Edward's Road. He also made this address his home and ultimately died there, linking his life story closely with the street. This association is highlighted in descriptions of the property as his birthplace, home, and place of death. Prince Edward's Road is categorized among the streets in Gibraltar, and its combination of historic buildings and its connection to John Mackintosh contribute to its local importance within the territory’s urban fabric.

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Ratings
Fame: 15 Wow: 20 Ease of Access: 10 Physical Demand: 5 Safety: 10 Tourist Density: 20
Fame 15
One-way road with minimal online presence; listed buildings and local historical significance but not widely known outside of Gibraltar.
Wow 20
Historic street with some notable architecture, but lacks the awe-inspiring qualities that would draw international visitors or cause a significant wow factor.
Ease of Access 10
Easily accessible within Gibraltar's urban area; standard paved road with public transportation options nearby.
Physical Demand 5
Flat and easily walkable street without any physical challenges for visitors.
Safety 10
Located in Gibraltar, which has low crime rates and good infrastructure; no significant safety concerns noted.
Tourist Density 20
Local significance but not a major tourist attraction; occasional visitors but generally quiet with minimal crowds.
Location & Coordinates
36.137222, -5.352139
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