Recicladora Antigua – Reduce Reutiliza Recicla
There are many recycling approaches that people use in Guatemala. Interesting enough, at first glance it may seem that there are NO …
Mosaic Mural by ‘Pasión por los Mosaicos’ at César Brañas Cultural Center
This mosaic mural is located on one the main wall of the César Brañas Cultural Center. Pasión por los Mosaicos, passion for …
The south end of 5a avenida sur in Antigua Guatemala
Here is your Spanish word of the day: Alameda, a tree-lined avenue or boulevard. La Antigua Guatemala has three official alamedas, Alameda …
Antigua Guatemala’s Security Camera Surveillance System Overview
The surveillance system monitoring center is a room without windows, but, boy oh boy, the have some of the best views in …
Have A Peek at Antigua Guatemala’s Security Camera Surveillance System
The first phase of the Antigua Guatemala security camera surveillance system, sort of the chapín Skynet, came online on February 2012 with …
Marching Band Rehearsals
I stumbled upon these kids going to their marching band practice and asked if I could take a picture because I noticed …
How would you like your W.B.C. Guatemalan coffee prepared?
I don’t know if this is old news to you, but I will share it anyway just in case some of you …
Antigüeños Celebrate With Parades and Processions
Sometimes it seems that antigüeños only celebrate with parades and processions. I say this because almost every month you encounter a procession …
Saint James Festivities in Antigua Guatemala
July 25 is La Antigua Guatemala Patron’s Day; otherwise known as the fair day of Saint James. Why is Saint James the …
What Makes Coffee from Antigua Guatemala So Incredible
Volcanic soil, the perfect amount rain and sunshine and shadow, temperate weather, 5,000 to 6,500 feet altitude above sea level and to …
Paving streets by hand, one block at a time
I know I have shown street repair crews before, but I don't think I have mentioned that most streets in and around …
Parroquia Nuestra Señora de los Remedios Fountain Reflections
Here’s a follow up to yesterday post so you can see a little more about the surroundings of this lovely little park …
Entrance to Iglesia El Calvario
El Calvario or Calvary (Golgotha) is the name of the mount on the outskirts of Jerusalem where it’s believed that Jesus Christ …
Typical Vista from Antigua Guatemala
My commitment has always been to bring you typical quotidian stamps from Antigua Guatemala. Unfortunately our beautiful enchanting little town also happens …
Agua Volcano Natural Drain Canals
This is what the natural drain canals for Volcán de Agua look like once the rainy season is under way and the …