Ronda: Spain’s best kept secret

Oct 27, 2017Europe, Travel22 comments

Blazer: Manoukian (similar)/ Dress: Romwe/ Sandals/ Raramuri sandals

Second stop of the roadtrip: Ronda

Reminder: roadtrip itinerary

Ronda is the most famous spot of “the white villages circuit”: Puertos blancos” and a part of the province of Malaga. It’s the biggest one in size with a lot of historical sites to visit and a picturesque center. So, this is where we decided to spend the first night.

Ronda is recognisable by its iconic bridge: “Puente Nuevo” built on a canyon. Actually the whole town is built on a canyon, it’s pretty impressive! Along with whitewashed walls, a beautiful architecture and a clear combination of the muslim and the christian heritage. I’ve found few digital content about Ronda, but we surprisingly encountered a lot of tourist buses on site. I loved it nonetheless…

We got a very good vibe from Ronda, the lifestyle is pretty authentic, at least to what you can imagine as Andalucia. The atmosphere is pretty quiet, of course locals are always eager to get out and grab a drink but it’s less vibrant and lively than most of what we’ve visited in Spain so far. So the best case scenario that I could imagine for a Ronda escape, is a romantic one. Either for a second honeymoon, Valentine’s day or a couple’s anniversary. Get an over-cliff view hotel, your loved one and spend a quiet introspective weekend wandering the beautiful streets of Ronda.

Where to stay

We booked a big modern apartment on Booking for the amazing price of 80   (the best value for money we’ve got during the roadtrip). Here is the link to the apartment if you are interested: Apartamentos Avenida Ronda.

Imagine the view from their windows!

Since it’s built on altitude, Ronda offers multiple amazing view points “Miradores”, where you can enjoy a 360° sight of the village constructions and down the river and its gorge “El Tajo”.

It looks like a real life Game Of Thrones location!

It’s really an easy walking tour that you can do alone if you want to check out all the points of interests. You start at plaza de Espana and end up in plaza de toros. Here is the walk in pictures:

Plaza de Espana

 

Puente Nuevo (New bridge)

If you’re afraid of heights, you’re not gonna be happy…The view from the bridge is truly dramatic and breathtaking. I was built on the 18th century.

The bridge by night

Puerta Felipe V

Jardines de la cuenca

It’s the whole passage on the way up to el Mirador de Aldehuela right when you pass the Felipe V gate.

Banos arabes

Honestly, we didn’t thought it was interesting enough to enter, but if you have half an hour to kill, be my guest.

Mirador de Aldehuela

A scenic overlook over the gorge, mountains and beautiful fields. There is a park where you can relax with a view and usually some street artists, we were lucky with the presence of a harp player. Picture it with the view, it’s simply magical.

Plaza de toros

Just get lost … and eat tapas!

As always the best thing to do is to get lost, wander mindlessly, relax, have coffee breaks, many of them and enjoy the local slow life. When a place is that beautiful, every street is a promise of a good surprise.

Dress: Romwe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am voluntarily not recommending the bullring as I don’t support animal cruelty for entertainment. Even if it’s a part of the Spanish heritage.

xo xo Dalal
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22 Comments

  1. Ramesh Dhakal

    I love travelling. Pictures posted in this blogs are awesome. Hope one day I get chance to read.

    • JustDalal

      Then please do 🙂 Thank you for your comment

  2. Sreekar

    It sure seems like a well-kept secret. I have been to and read a lot on Spain, but never really heard of Ronda. Pictures look beautiful. Kinda reminded me of Toledo though!

    • JustDalal

      Thank you Sreekar. Yes it’s still Andalucia, I have more of our Spain roadtrip to share, I hope you will enjoy them as well.

  3. Rachael Stray

    Great post absolutely love your pictures. I’ve not been here but feel inspired thank you x

    • JustDalal

      My pleasure Rachael 🙂

  4. Dada

    Ronda is a place I would definitely appreciate a lot! I love city build on a top of a hill or mountain as you will always have a beautiful view! I can imagine strolling and discovering things!

    • JustDalal

      Thank you, it’s really worth. One of those places where you just need to get lost and enjoy.

  5. Mary

    Great photos and an interesting post. Definitely adding Ronda to my “see” list.

    • JustDalal

      Thank you Mary <3

  6. Kayla

    These pictures are great. I loved your outfit you were wearing. Were you comfortable in those sandals while you were sightseeing? They look pretty but are they comfy?

    • JustDalal

      They are! They also have soles with a bit of a platform if you prefer. I really pushed them during this trip and they kept up! They are very versatile as well because you can change the straps and tie them in different ways, perfect for changing things a bit while traveling.

  7. Arti

    As you said best thing to do is to get lost… keep roaming so that we can see such beautiful places…keep exploring

    • JustDalal

      Thank you Arti I love getting lost <3

  8. Maria

    your pictures are amazing! love the aesthetic and color choice…
    and I’m really surprised on how cheap the stay was!

    • JustDalal

      And the apartment was great!! Thank you for stopping by <3

  9. TheShadeofWriting

    Another great travel post. Love the pictures and you bet I pinned to Favourite Places and Spaces. Just gorgeous. I really wish I could visit Spain now.

    • JustDalal

      Wow! Thank you so much <3

  10. Stephanie

    What a great town. When you think of quintessential Europe, that is where I want to go. You find so much more in the off beaten path than you do following the crowds. You are very lucky!

    • JustDalal

      I am very grateful for the gap year we took to travel indeed. Thank you for stopping by <3

  11. My Momma Bear Life

    Great article and the pictures were stunning! I really enjoyed reading this.

    • JustDalal

      Thank you so much <3

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