Ronda, Spain Offers Insight to Bullfighting Culture

Bullfighting is a age-old tradition with Roman roots, but has extended its influence throughout Spain, Portugal, southern France and Latin American countries.

One neat place you can learn about the history of bullfighting, in addition to appreciating original fine arts, libraries and artifacts is The Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Ronda (Royal School of Cavalry)  located in Ronda, Spain.

This school was created in response to Phillip II, who wanted  to ensure the abilities of his military. The museum hosts exhibits of art and ancient fire arms from many different eras and countries. The fire arms cover a period of four centuries and were used for tasks ranging from hunting to sport to dueling.

True to it’s history, the Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Ronda is still an operational riding school, teaching students classical equestrianism. The school also has meeting rooms for executive meetings, and also provides educational and arts activities including prize and grants to university students, hosting  Ronda Music Week and publishing educuational books.

If you are traveling to or near Ronda, you should definitely plan a trip to the Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Ronda and get a dose of culture. You won’t be disappointed!