Ronda - History and Architecture.
Ronda is an ancient city with a history going back 3000 years. The city is located in the north-west part of the Malaga province in Andalusia. The river Guadalevin cuts, by a deep gorge (Tajo), Ronda into two parts, one modern, another ancient with many historic monuments. Elaborate bridges join the two areas.
"Sol y Sombra" (Sun and Shadow). Entrance to the bullring in Ronda.
Ronda's Bullring is the one of the oldest bullfighting buildings in the world. Nowadays, only a few bullfights are held every year.
The Guadalevin Valley.
The Guadalevin Valley as seen from Alameda Park. In the background, the Natural Park of "Sierra de las Nieves" can be seen.
The Convent of La Merced.
This church was founded by the Mercedarios Order at the end of the 16th century. It is built in the Mudejar style. Since 1924, this church has been occupied by the Carmelite Order.
The rooftops of Ronda from the district of "Las Penas".
"Las Penas" is a network of narrow streets which was once a district for local tradesmen. In the background can be seen the City walls.
The Gorge of Ronda.
Puente Nuevo. (The New Bridge).
The New Bridge is the most important monument in Ronda. It was finished in 1793 and it had taken 42 years to build.
The San Sebastian Minaret.
The Minaret is the only preserved Arab Minaret in Ronda. After the "Re-conquest" it became a parish church.
Philip V Gate.
The Philip V Gate forms part of the image of "Romantic Andalusia" with many poets, artists and travellers having passed through it. The gate was subject to major restauration in 1960.
Padre Jesus Church.
This church enjoys great popularity with the local parishioners. There is a special devotion every Friday of the year.
The Eight Spout Fountain.
The fountain is a relic from a past era of commercial activities in this district of Ronda.
Ana Amaya Molina.
She was, in her time, a famous singer and dancer from Ronda. She was born in Ronda in 1885.
A back-street in Ronda.
