Iglesia de Espíritu Santo

Fortified-looking church near Ronda's old walls and gorge walks

Iglesia de Espíritu Santo stands near Ronda's old walls, with a solid, almost defensive presence that suits the edge-of-town setting. It was built after the Christian conquest of the city, and its plain strength makes a good contrast with the more ornate churches and palaces nearer the centre.

Visit it while walking down toward the old gates, Arab Baths, or gorge viewpoints. The church is not the reason people come to Ronda, but it helps round out the old city's story: frontier town, fortress, religious change, and steep streets all pressed into a small area.

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