Fruits and jelly stand

Fruits and jelly stand

Here is another fruit stand in Antigua’s market. Most vegetable and fruits stands are owned by Guatemala’s indigenous people. The mayority of Guatemalan markets do not pay taxes to government and they do not extend sales receipts. Vendors do, however, pay for the right to sell in the market.

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  1. Louz Says:

    Like your blog a lot. Really nicely done, both photos (and subjects) and commentary. Like visiting Antigua from a distance.

  2. Nuno Says:

    what a colorful sea, what is that white on grapes?

  3. No. 78 Says:

    Any photo with food catches my interest. Great shot!

  4. Anne Says:

    Wow thos are hug grapes!

  5. Louise Says:

    Yum! this is a great photo, the fruit looks delicious

  6. Kris Says:

    those are grapes? looks juicy :) wonderful document !

  7. rudygiron Says:

    Everyone, thanks for your comments.

    Nuno, I believe the white on the grapes is just the flash reflecting.

  8. Manuel Tendero Gil Says:

    unas buenas fotografias

  9. Claudia Says:

    que bonitos colores - but so sad - this young lady ought to be in school instead of working. . . such a travesty to see little ones working . .

  10. SAT Office in La Antigua Guatemala | La Antigua Guatemala Daily Photo Says:

    [...] Guatemalan earn their money in the informal economy, which does not pay income taxes, like town market vendors, street vendors, convenience stores, et-cetera. Then, we have the many small businesses who do not [...]

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