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  There are very few parts of Spain – and especially the Costa del Sol – that one could still describe as ‘undiscovered’ in any meaningful way. And of course, much the same can be said of Estepona, which in any case, caters as well to foreign visitors as it does to locals.  However, it is also true – even now – that Estepona has managed to preserve more of its traditional ‘pueblo blanco’ feel than certain nearby destinations that may attract more column inches and greater visitor numbers.  So, let’s take a look at just five reasons why Estepona can still claim to be an ‘unsung gem’ compared to neighbours such as Marbella and Fuengirola – and why you should be planning a trip here when you are next in Spain.   The idyllic Old Town  Many traditional Spanish towns sport an old quarter to make the typical overseas visitor’s jaw drop and heart sing, and Estepona’s equivalent has to be on a par with the finest.  This neighbourhood is particularly v...

  When it comes to historic towns in Spain, there are few that have such convincing credentials as Ronda. Situated about 105 kilometres (65 miles) west of the city of Malaga, and with a settled history going back to the time of the early Celts, Ronda really is like a ‘living museum’ in Andalucia.  As you might expect, then, there are plentiful opportunities for rewarding activities and sightseeing in Ronda ; below are just three of them.  Marvel at the ‘New Bridge’  Surely Ronda’s defining architectural feature – or at least the most iconic one to the outside world – the ‘Puente Nuevo’ is a mighty sight, spanning the 120-metre-deep chasm that carries the Guadalevin River and divides the city.  Construction of the majestic structure began in 1759, and took more than three decades until completion. Since then, the bridge has had quite some stories to tell; the chamber above the central arch, for instance, has been used as both a prison and a torture chambe...