Up on a cliff, Ronda is an Andalusian gem of timeless beauty, combining history and spectacular scenery.

After the Reconquest, the town was rebuilt by Andalusian refugees who had been expelled by the Spanish. This is well illustrated by its art and architecture, which reveal clear Andalusian influence.

Uniquely embellished with Andalusian architecture, the Marbella Resort — the emirate’s first and oldest hotel resort — still manages to lure hundreds of visitors, despite a number of newer ...