Ronda Spain - Mondragón Palace & Puente Nuevo Bridge - Spain 2024

Historians believe its origins date from the Bastuli Celts, who named the place Arunda. The Romans settled in Arunda and in Acinipo (also known as Ronda La Vieja, or “Old Ronda”). Pliny and Ptolemy mention Acinipo as one of the main cities in the Roman province of Baetica.

After the Visigoth period, Ronda regained its importance under the Muslim domination, when Arunda became known as Izna Rand Onda. From the 8th to the 15th century it was one of the most important fortresses in Andalusia.

In the 13th century, Abenamar – the famous leader and founder of the Nasrid dynasty– surrendered it to the Marinids from Morocco, and it was ruled by the government in north Africa until 1439, when it became part of the Nasrid kingdom of Granada.

The Arab presence can still clearly be seen in the appearance and layout of the city of Ronda, which is arguably the best conserved in all Andalusia.

After a long struggle the city was finally recaptured by the Catholic Monarchs in 1485.

In the 18th century, Ronda underwent a substantial economic boom. The city, formerly divided by the Tajo gorge, was joined in 1751 when the famous Puente Nuevo bridge was built.

Today Ronda is a popular destination for people to visit. The main attraction is the Puente Nuevo bridge but there is much more to see and do. It’s a great part of Spain to explore.

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