In the province of Málaga, in the south of Spain, you will find Ronda, an oasis nestled against a backdrop of limestone landscapes. Don’t miss it.
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Nestled in the heart of the Serranía de Ronda, about 100 kilometers away from Malaga, round it is a destiny that easily makes you hold your breath. Declared a city by Julius Caesar in the 1st century, it has established itself over time as one of the most resistant towns in Andalusia, partly due to its geographical location.
Today, home to imposing walls and doors that, inherited from other times, give it a somewhat mysterious character, it is one of the most visited places in Andalusia and one of the most authentic.
Its landscape, of stunning natural beauty, is distinguished by the imposing El Tajo, a limestone gorge where the Guadalevín river flows, and which divides the city into two parts – the old part and the new part. Here, we leave you 6 suggestions of places to visit in Ronda, emblematic pueblo blanco, for an unforgettable Andalusian experience.
5 points to visit when in Ronda, Andalusian city
Connecting the two parts of Ronda, with a fantastic view over the gorge, the Ponte Nova took more than forty years to build, having been completed in 1793. At 98 meters high, it is, even today, the largest and most popular city monument, functioning as a postcard of the region.
Built in the 14th century by King Abomelik, the Palace of Mondragón, with its beautiful courtyards, is now considered the most important civil monument in the entire city. It is not surprising, therefore, that this is where the Museum of Ronda is located, where the history of the city is portrayed. Also take the opportunity to stroll through the palace gardens, of exceptional beauty, where the watchword is tranquility.
the so-called Gardens of Cuenca they are found next to the gorge, almost appearing to be suspended in the air. Arranged in an ingenious way in small terraces that fill the hillside, they grow verdant palm trees and succulents, able to survive the intense summer heat in the south of Spain.
Named in honor of the architect José Martin de Aldehuela, this is one of the most popular viewpoints in the city with a magnificent view. From this point, which seems to touch the sky, you can see the gorge, the Ponte Nova and all the surrounding magical scenery, making it the ideal place to absorb the beauty of Ronda as a whole.
For an experience of contact with nature, go to Cueva del Gato, one of the most enigmatic places in the region, located around 13 kilometers from Ronda and two kilometers from the town of Benaoján.
This is a cave that is very popular with speleologists and, at the entrance, there is a beach where the Guadares and Guadiaro rivers meet. With turquoise blue waters, it is the perfect place to refresh your mind on the hottest days.
Convinced to pack your bags and head to the south of Spain? If you have the opportunity to spend more days in Ronda, in addition to strolling among the walls and picturesque buildings, take the opportunity to visit the famous Bullring, built in 1785 by José Martin de Aldehuela, the Roman ruins of Acipino, about 20 kilometers from the city and the Cueva del Gato, one of the most enigmatic places in the region.
