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Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo in Ronda

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This is an archived article. For up to date information about the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo click here.

Ronda Town Hall has approved a project to construct a walkway at the bottom of the famous gorge in the town. The renowned architect, Luis Machuca, known for designing Malaga’s Caminito del Rey, is behind this new initiative. The walkway, estimated to cost around 1.3 million euros, will be the second phase of the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo project. (The first being the refurbishment of the access path down to the base of the Puente Nuevo.)

This is an archived article. For up to date information about the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo click here.

  • Above image: Artists impression of the future Desfiladero del Tajo walkway in Ronda / Javier Flores (Ronda)

Starting from the base of the Puente Nuevo, the walkway will lead visitors to the vicinity of Ronda’s Arab baths. It will feature controlled access and exit points, allowing visitors to pass beneath the town’s three bridges. Guided tours in small groups will be offered, and an admission fee will be charged.

The comprehensive plan also includes other actions aimed at adding value to the area, improving accessibility, and regulating access. Future initiatives may involve the restoration of mills, uncovering hidden flour mills nestled in the slopes and improving the road that descends to the Hoya del Tajo area.

Once works are completed Ronda Today will publish all the essential information required to enjoy this new addition to Rondas tourism offerings.

This is an archived article. For up to date information about the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo click here.

Q&A for the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo in Ronda (to be continued)
  • What is the exact location of the walkway in the gorge?
  • How long is the walkway route and what are the highlights along the way?
  • How much does it cost to visit the walkway, and how can I purchase tickets?
  • Are there any restrictions or age limits for visitors?
  • Is it necessary to book in advance, or can tickets be purchased on-site?
  • What are the opening hours and days of operation?
  • Are there any guided tours available, and if so, what languages are they conducted in?
  • Is there any information available about the history, geology, or significance of the gorge and its surroundings?
  • Are there any specific safety measures or guidelines visitors should be aware of?
  • Can photography be done on the walkway, and are there any restrictions on equipment or accessories?

This is an archived article. For up to date information about the Camino del Desfiladero del Tajo click here.

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Churches, Monuments

Iglesia de Santa Cecilia in Ronda

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Dating from 1663, the Iglesia de los Trinitarios Descalzos as it was first known, was the third home of the “Order of Descalzed Nuns” of Ronda, who nowadays are located in the convent attached to the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Merced.

The plaza in front of the church, Plaza Los Descalzos, still retains the name of the order.

An older Christian chapel, the “Ermita del Cristo de las Penas o Peñas” occupied this site from mid 16th century, being demolished to make way for the church you see today. In 1836 the Descalzed Order vacated the church and convent, and a school was established on the site using the church as their chapel.

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Espiritu Santo

Despite its formidable appearance, the Holy Spirit Church is actually one of Ronda’s most noteworthy religious sites. What makes it particularly unique is that it’s integrated into the original fortified walls of the old city, and was even constructed on the foundations of a former octagonal tower once used by the Moors to defend the gate and walls in this part of Ronda. As a result, the church’s structure has a rich history and tells a fascinating story of the city’s past.

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Ronda’s Arab Baths

Rondas Arab Baths, known in Spanish as “Baños Arabes” are one of Ronda’s most important tourist attractions, and some argue more important than the unquestionably beautiful Puente Nuevo, or Ronda’s other claim to fame, the Plaza de Toros.

The baths are similar to the design perfected by the Romans, except that steam was used to sweat out pollutants from the body rather than soaking in hot water as the Romans used.

The Moors of Spain were also Muslim, so religious traditions were important, a Mosque was located next to the baths, and the baths were more than just a sanitary facility. They were also a place where locals and visitors alike would stop to purify and cleanse their bodies before entering the Mosque to purify their souls.

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