Birds are quite common around the fountains and water faucets in Antigua Guatemala. I guess coffee plantations are a great places for birds to live and feeding, but there might not be too many water sources and that’s why, I think, birds tend to flock to the abundant water fountains in and around Antigua Guatemala.
Nim Pot is another business that has turned into a landmark of Antigua Guatemala. I believe I have shown some handicrafts from here before, but this is the first time I get to capture a bird’s eye view of this folk art market. Do you know where is Nim Pot located?
Perhaps it is the fact that La Antigua Guatemala is surrounded by so many coffee plantations and fincas (farms) as well as protected areas that birdwatching does not require far away trips. In fact, just go to a park or restaurant with trees to be able to watch birds. The bird above was capture from … Read more
I ‘d like to know the name of this kind of bird, which comes to tweet and chat with our little white kitten everyday. I know the bird is native to northern Central America and can be found often in Coffee Plantations of Guatemala, Belize, Honduras and El Salvador. Also, I know the bird belongs … Read more
Antigua Canopy Tours isn’t just about the unique experience of gliding… it’s about gliding through a tropical rainforest or cloud forest canopy. It’s about experiencing nature in an unforgettable way. Finca Filadelfia operates over a sprawling 750 acres, 660 of which are used for farming. One-fourth of the farm is strictly preserved as an ecological … Read more
The typical Guatemalan camioneta (public transit bus or chicken bus for those who like the colourful derogatory term) is based on an old looking Blue Bird school bus. How the Blue Bird insignia became a Green Quetzal beats me. But I guess this sort of transfiguration is what makes the Guatemalan idiosyncrasy; don’t you think … Read more
Antigua Guatemala is a popular destination for snowbirds looking for warmer Winter weather. Although, Antigua Guatemala is located about an hour away from the Pacific Ocean, the altitude of 1,500 meters give us temperate weather all year long. During Winter the temperatures begin slightly chilly, somewhere 10ºC/50º and 15ºC/60ºF, it is only for a couple … Read more
Today is observed and celebrated the Día de la Santa Cruz, Day of the Holy Cross,in the Catholic world. As in previous years, I share with you the flower decorations placed around the cross in the atrium of the El Calvario parish, located in the southern end of Antigua Guatemala. I made several shots, but … Read more
My commitment to share with you daily life images from Antigua Guatemala is as strong as it was on May 1, 2006. Today I share with you a snapshot of an old lady feeding the pigeons. During my morning photo walk I saw the old lady opening the door with a bag, outside were two … Read more
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
As you can tell if you have been following the daily updates of Antigua Daily Photo for the last 14 years, I really like to photograph these golden and maroon flowers known as tunbergia misurense. Tumbergias are very popular in the gardens of Antigua Guatemala. Tumbergias are also quite popular with bees and hummingbirds because of … Read more
As I have shared with you before, these vibrant yellow or maroon spotted with yellow strange-looking flowers are the gift of a climber plant known locally as Tumbergias (tunbergia misurense is the scientific name). Tumbergias are very popular in the gardens of Antigua Guatemala. Tumbergias are also quite popular with bees and hummingbirds because of the amount of nectar … Read more
Before we wave goodbye to the Semana Santa coverage, how about a couple of pictures of details such as this carpets with a bird made out of oranges and mice made from red radishes? The alfombras procesionales, or processional carpets, are such creative ephemeral art, often completed within minutes of the passing of the procession … Read more
I know, I know, Independence Day is officially observed on September 15. However, we don’t know how to celebrate just one day. So Independence Day actually becomes Independence Month. So there you have it, that’s why everything turns white and blue during September. So, to get you into the independent mood, here’s Guatemala’s National Anthem … Read more
Here’s Guatemala’s National Anthem in English in case you want sing along next time you hear it. Happy Guatemala, may your altar Never be trampled by the tormentor Nor should slaves lick the yoke Nor should tyrants spit in your face If tomorrow your sacred soil Is threatened by foreign invasion Free into the wind, … Read more