Carrying ID when visiting or living in Spain

Carrying ID when visiting or living in Spain

Do I have to carry my identification documents when out and about in Spain? This is a question that Ronda Today gets asked all the time amongst foreign nationals visiting and living in Spain. The short answer is YES!

Every country has its own rules, and of course there is overriding EU law that needs to be considered as well.

So, do I have to carry my identification documents when out and about in Spain? The short answer is yes you do! Read on to find out why…

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Bullfighting in Ronda

Bullfighting in Ronda, Andalusia

The Ronda style of bullfighting is rumored to have originated by accident in Ronda’s Philip II’s Centre for Horsemanship when a gentleman training on horse was unseated in the path of a bull they used to train officers in horsemanship.

A local man, Francisco Romero distracted the bull on foot using his hat, thus securing both the life of the aristocrat, and inventing a new form of bullfighting perfected by his grandson, Pedro Romero (1754-1839).

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Why is Ronda Called the City of Dreams?

The German poet Rilke. Why is Ronda Called the City of Dreams?

Ronda, a picturesque town perched atop the El Tajo gorge in Andalusia, Spain, has long been known as the “City of Dreams.” This enchanting epithet encapsulates the town’s ethereal beauty, rich history, and cultural significance.

But why has Ronda been bestowed with such a dreamy title? The answer can be found in one of the most influential voices to associate Ronda with dreams, the poet Rainer Maria Rilke. Read on!

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Hotel San Gabriel, Ronda

Hotel Soho Boutique Palacio San Gabriel in Ronda

This four-star hotel occupies an 18th century building refurnished for the modern times. Although equipped with modern amenities, the Hotel San Gabriel still retains its traditional charm.  The stone façade is emphasized by the coat of arms of one of the building’s former owners.

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