Black and White Daily Life Vistas from Antigua Guatemala — Take 13
Today I share with you a black and white vista of the arches inside the former cathedral ruins. Enjoy!
Arches
Pillars of the Lateral Aisle of Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
The dome is gone, but the pillars adorned with giant mermaids remain of the lateral aisle of the San Francisco El Grande Church in the southeast of Antigua Guatemala. Come back tomorrow to see a close-up view of one of the giant mermaids carved in each corner of this structure.
Thanksgiving Raffle: Win a Beautiful Metallic Print of the Arches of Tanque de La Unión
Take part in the Thanksgiving raffle for a chance to win a fabulous 11″x14″ metallic print of this Arches of Tanque de La Unión, valued at $75, by pledging a small contribution, of $10 or more, to support my efforts of sharing with you authentic daily life images, artistic vistas and stories from Antigua Guatemala. … Read more
Portal del Real Palacio de La Cultura
This long corridor at Portal del Real Palacio de La Cultura, formerly known as Real Palacio de los Capitanes, is one of my favorite photo shoot locations in Antigua Guatemala because of its many arches and pillars. This is also the longest uninterrupted corridor around Parque Central and quite possibly in Antigua Guatemala. Have you … Read more
Sights of Our Times: Deserted Tanque de La Unión
Parque de La Unión is one of the most populars parks in Antigua Guatemala with its gorgeous and eye-catching public washbasins and water tank. This was always a lovers’ magnet and the entire park was always crowded, but not during the lockdowns; as all parks were closed, as I mentioned back in April. Birds and … Read more
Arches at the ‘La Compañía de Jesús’
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Arcos for arches. Here’s one my favorite arched corridors in Antigua Guatemala. You find this arched way inside the former college of the Jesuit society monastery one block west from the main square in Antigua Guatemala. Certainly, the building for the Compañía de Jesús, that’s the name … Read more
Arches, Rectangles and Triangles in Antigua Guaemala
When I started Antigua Daily Photo over 11 years ago, I used to highlight the amazing architecture of Antigua Guatemala and its forms and shapes. However, I don’t recalled if I ever captured arches, rectangles, and triangles in one frame. Well, it’s better to be late than never. Can you guys tell if you ever … Read more
Architecture of Antigua Guatemala — Windows and Arches
Nearly four thousands days ago when I started Antigua Daily Photo, I focused a lot on the architecture of Antigua Guatemala. Of course, my graphic design background influenced a lot how I approached the photography of architecture. I guess it is time for another mini-series about the Moorish baroque architecture of La Muy Noble y … Read more
Double Arch Frame Inside Compañía de Jesús, Antigua Guatemala
As I often mention during the photo walks, my two favourite buildings are Compañía de Jesús and Casa Santo Domingo. Each represents two different monastery approaches, but both were well executed and their architectural design has survived the new uses for the building. One is a cultural center, library, training center and office space for … Read more
The Arches and Repetition of the Architecture of Antigua Guatemala
Simple yet elegant and repetitious is the architecture of Antigua Guatemala, don’t you agree? Take for instance this corridor inside the Compañía de Jesús building full of repetition, arches, shadows, beams, and light. Always go inside building and houses with public access, you never know what you’re going to find there. Enjoy! Follow the white … Read more
Blue Hour at Tanque de La Unión
Believe it or not, we are still experiencing rains this late in November. As I have said before, al mal tiempo, buena cara, which translates literally as: for bad weather, put a brave face and this in turn translates as: When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Anyhow, I am getting very good at making … Read more
Arches at Ruins of La Merced
If you haven’t visited the ruins of La Merced, you are missing out in one the most charming and unique ruinas of La Antigua Guatemala. The arches, the fountain, the second story, the staircases, the rooftop, come on you have to do it. Here’s a taste of it. Enjoy!
Arches R Us
Here’s a simple photograph of arches captured inside Ruinas de Santa Clara, Antigua Guatemala. Nearly 9 years ago I started sharing with you daily post of the images I encountered in and around Antigua Guatemala. Starting tomorrow, April 15, we will start a countdown toward the 9th year anniversary. Stay tune for the countdown as … Read more
Corridor at Palacio de Los Capitanes Generales, Antigua Guatemala
As I have said before, at least twice a year I photograph Palacios de los Capitanes located on the main square of La Antigua Guatemala. Perhaps even a dozen times Palacio de los Capitanes appears in photos through the year since it’s impossible to miss it while taking other photographs around Parque Central. This is … Read more
Pilas de Santa Clara
I have always called this monument Tanque de la Unión because that’s what everybody calls it. However, I learned during my Antigua Guatemala’s history certificate course, that most historians call it Pilas o Lavaderos de Santa Clara. I believe both names are correct, but Pila de Santa Clara is probably more correct since these washbasins … Read more