Ronda




M and I took a fabulous day trip to Ronda. Catching a regional bus we headed over the Sierra Nieves. A ride not for the faint hearted, as we headed high into the mountains on a narrow road with incredible drops. The views we're fantastic - dense vibrant green pine trees forests hugging onto rich earthen slopes, the Med. Sea and the rock of Gibralter. Higher and higher the bus went until we plateaued on a plain above the tree line.

Just shy of 2 hours we arrived in Ronda. We felt quite dizzy from the altitude and cold mountain air. A pitstop into a patisserie and some delicious chococolate cakes solved the problem ... and we marched onwards for adventure.

We checked out the old town, and the most amazing bridge which connects 2 parts of the town. The bridge spans a deep gorge and the river. From here the most amazing views can be seen ... out across the plains to a nearby mountain range.

We wandered the old walls taking many pictures, before heading back over the bridge into the towns squares. We warmed ourselves in the warn sun, enjoying tapas and refreshments. Time for more cakes and a wander before heading back for sunset ride to our hotel.

Ronda was just amazing. Located on high cliff walls, featuring architecture as far back as it's Arab roots - it was a stunning place.
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