This is one of the most historic buildings in the Sierra de las Nieves World Biosphere Reserve and one of the jewels of Ronda’s civil architecture. It is said to have been the residence of the kings of the Taifa of Ronda and of the last Muslim governor, Hamet El-Zegrí. Later, it housed the Catholic Monarchs following the conquest of Ronda in 1485.
This building, also known as the Palace of the Marquis of Villasierra, has undergone a remarkable architectural evolution, as it was originally constructed in the 14th century by combining several Andalusian houses and has since undergone numerous renovations. It masterfully blends the Andalusian tradition with Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles, representing a unique example of cultural and architectural fusion.
Its distinctive ashlar façade, dating from the 16th century, is flanked by two brick watchtowers with pyramidal roofs. In the 18th century, a Baroque entrance portal was added, featuring Doric and Ionic columns and a split pediment. The interior is organized into several courtyards that preserve numerous Mudejar elements, such as plasterwork, arches, and coffered ceilings, which are combined with other elements of the Castilian tradition. It houses the Municipal Archaeological Museum of Ronda, featuring exceptional artifacts, most notably the mold used to produce Ronda-Sa-Idda-type swords (9th–8th centuries B.C.).
Plaza Mondragón s/n, Ronda
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