Three ‘must see’ places to visit in Ronda
The whitewashed village of Ronda sat in the heart of the lush and spectacular Serrania de Ronda, approximately 100 kilometres from the city of Malaga, is one of Spain’s most famous ‘pueblos blancos’ – whitewashed villages.
Being surrounded by a panoramic setting of fertile river valleys and dramatic ravines, Ronda and its glistening white walls is like a pearl amongst the evergreen.
Whether you decide to stay in this beautiful and truly authentic Andalusian village or drive here for the day when on holiday on the Costa del Sol, you’ll be hard pushed to fit all the ‘must see’ sights and activities into your Ronda visit itinerary.
We’ve picked out three of the best ‘must see’ places to visit in Ronda.
Take in the breath-taking views from the Puente Nuevo
The word ‘breath-taking’ has a tendency to be a little overused in travel writing. However, taking in the unforgettable views that lie beneath the Puente Nuevo – New Bridge – overlooking the dramatic El Tajo gorge, could possibly be a poignant definition of the word ‘breath-taking’.
The Puente Nuevo was built in 1793. Connecting the new parts of the town with the Moorish old town, the Puento Nuevo is deservedly Ronda’s most famous landmark.
The City Gates and Walls
Due to its elevated and isolated position, over the centuries, Ronda has remained one of Spain’s most indestructible towns. Asides its geographical situation, another reason Ronda was out of reach from enemy attacks is due to its great city gates and walls.
These medieval gates and walls were built by the Moors in the Islamic era, which spanned almost 800 years from 712 until 1485. Today these great ancient constructions provide a compelling glimpse of Ronda’s fascinating past to a time when Ronda was impervious from attack until the age of the cannon.
Mirador de Aldehuela
Andalucia is awash with unforgettable miradors – viewpoints – and none more so than the Mirador de Aldehuela in Ronda.
The mirador is named in honour of the famous Spanish architect Jose Martin de Aldehuela, who was also responsible for building the town’s bullring, the Puente Nuevo, and finishing the cathedral in Malaga.
This incredible mirador boasts the most tremendous views of the gorge and the Puente Nuevo below and the distinct mountainous landscape that surrounds Ronda. Just remember to take your camera!