Ceuta border fence, Border barrier in Ceuta, Spain
Description
The border fence runs for several kilometers along the Morocco-Spain boundary and consists of parallel steel barriers equipped with integrated sensors. Its structure has been continuously expanded and reinforced over the decades.
History
Construction started in the 1970s in response to health concerns and was reinforced multiple times in the following decades. Each phase of expansion reflects how border policy changed over time.
Culture
The fence marks where Europe and Africa meet physically, and locals see it as part of their daily lives rather than just a barrier. People on both sides live with the reality of this division and how it shapes their community.
Practical
Visitors can see the structure from certain public areas, but direct access to the barrier itself is restricted. It is advisable to visit during daylight hours and use designated viewing points.
Did you know?
Below the surface runs a network of cables connecting motion detectors and sound sensors throughout the barrier system. This hidden technology works alongside the visible structures to monitor the boundary.
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