Ronda is easily my favorite pueblo blanco (all the houses are painted white) in Spain. The town is nestled on an enormous gorge overlooking a snaky river. Crossing the gorge is the picturesque Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) which links the old town to the new town.
After checking out the Puente Nuevo, be sure to visit the Casa Don Bosco which is a Adalucian Palace built in the late 19th century. The house itself is incredible but the best part is the gardens in the back which overlook the gorge and make some great photo opportunities.
Another great site to see Plaza de Toros (bullfighting ring) which was built in 1785 and is the oldest in Spain. Additionally it is one of the three most important bullfighting rings along with the Real Maestranza in Sevilla and Las Ventas in Madrid. The museum is incredible and showcases paraphernalia from some of Spain's most famous bullfighters like Pedro Romero. It also has photos of some of bullfighting's most famous fans Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles. I found this bullring to have a better tour and museum than the one in Sevilla so be sure to check it out.
Spend the rest of your day simply meandering about the city and exploring it's winding medieval streets that surely won't disappoint. A good place to start your exploring is on the main shopping street Calle Nueva.
Traveling to Ronda can only be done by bus. The bus leaves from Prado San Sebastian Station at the following times: 7:00, 10:00, 12:00, 15:00, 17:00. Tickets are only about 15 € round trip.
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