Bizarre Borders: You'll Be Shocked Where These Countries Stop

2. Spain and Morocco

Border: Melilla and Ceuta Border Fences Area: 18.5 km²

Estimated Gross Domestic Product: $147.34 billion (Morocco) / $1.968 trillion (Spain)

The border between Morocco and Spain features some of the world's most intriguing and intricate fences, particularly in Melilla and Ceuta. The Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, one of the tiniest borders at just 80 meters, emerged from centuries of treaties and clashes, echoing a storied and tumultuous past.

These fences are far more than mere barriers; they embody the political and cultural rifts that have evolved over time. They stand as stark reminders of battles for control, land, and the persistent issues of immigration and security.

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Despite Morocco's closeness and later independence, this territory has stayed under Spanish rule since 1508, initially as a shield against piracy. A 1930 earthquake reshaped it from an island to a peninsula by forming an isthmus, altering the terrain and solidifying its place in modern geopolitical tensions.

Spain's enduring hold here mirrors the complex web of ties and conflicts forged by colonial history. Today, this border underscores how past events continue to shape diplomacy, relations, and cultural exchanges between Morocco and Spain.