Decorations for the Day of the Holy Cross
Today is observed and celebrated the Día de la Santa Cruz, Day of the Holy Cross,in the Catholic world. As in previous …
Night Vista of Antigua Guatemala with a Full Moon
Once again I was finishing a photo walk with a group of photography enthusiasts when we decided to try to capture some …
Decorated Façade of Iglesia de La Merced
Today I share with you one of the ever-changing looks of the façade of Iglesia de La Merced. Honest, this of the …
Fisheye Vista of Parroquia San José Catedral
Today I share with you a fisheye vista or Parroquia de San José Catedral, well to be precise, the side nave as …
Fisheye Vista of Iglesia de La Merced
Today I am happy to share with you the dramatic fisheye vista of the inside of Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de La Merced, or simply known as La Merced church… TAP to see the full size photograph and post.
Fisheye Vista of Parroquia Escuela de Cristo
We continue the Fisheye vista series with the inside view of Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, better known simply as Escuela de Cristo.
I really like how the entire parish is framed by this huge arch located right at the entrance. Also, I really like how the checked floor tiles bring you in… TAP to see the full size photograph and post.
Framed Façade of the Former Cathedral of Santiago de Guatemala
After a couple of weeks of almost no rains, the wet season is back in full swing. Today I share with you …
Sights of Antigua — Ruinas de San José El Viejo
The rainy season brings out the vibrant colors of the gardens of Antigua Guatemala. You need to take strolls during the wet …
Antigua Guatemala’s Most Popular Colors
I would venture to say that these two colors are the most often used to paint the façades of houses and buildings through out this enchanting town… TAP to see the full photo and the official Cartilla del Color of La Antigua Guatemala.
Today is the Día de la Santa Cruz
On May 3rd Latin Americans celebrate the Day of the Holy Cross as well the Day of the Construction Worker. The Day …
Former Cathedral Framed Through Arches
Today I share with you a vista from the former Cathedral of Santiago de Guatemala, nowadays Antigua Guatemala, framed through the arches …
Details of the Façade of Iglesia de La Merced
Today I share with you a close-up view of the Moorish baroque details of the façade of Iglesia de La Merced; one …
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 …
Architectonic Details of the Former Catedral de Santiago de Guatemala
Once again, fortune came my way I was able to capture a near full moon. However, luck was not on my side …
Façade of Parroquia de San Gaspar Vivar
Even though the façade of this parish looks like a ruin, it is an actual temple still being used. Some of you …
Façade of Parroquia de San Pedro Las Huertas
Have you ever visited the village of San Pedro Las Huertas? If not, you don’t know what you’ve been missing. From the …
Parroquia de Santa Catarina Bobadilla
Poco a poco, slowly but surely, the construction of the new parish for the village of Santa Catarina Bobadilla is coming along. …
Sunny Façade of Iglesia de La Merced
Even though we are waking up to temperatures as low as 9ºC/48ºF in Antigua Guatemala, we still are getting the warm sunshine …
Freckled Façade of the Former Catedral de Santiago
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Catedral for cathedral. Here’s the freckled look of the façade of the Saint Joseph …
Framed Dome of Iglesia de La Merced
In today’s photo I managed to share with you two of the most iconic landmarks of Antigua Guatemala: El Arco de Santa …
Winter Morning Light in Antigua Guatemala
The temperate Winter season in Antigua Guatemala comes with gorgeous morning light and comfy temperatures between 10ºC/50ºF and 25ºC/77ºF. Canadians and people …
Sights of Antigua Guatemala: Cathedral and Volcano
With this photograph of the Parroquia de San José Catedral framed through one of the arches of the Palacio del Ayuntamiento we …
Gate of La Ermita del Calvario
In the most southeast end of Antigua Guatemala you can find this 3- arch gate for the Hermitage of El Calvario. El …
Detail of the Façade of Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
The Franciscans were among the first religious orders to arrive to Guatemala, 1530. The construction of this church began in 1579, through …
Rainy Season Vistas: Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
Did you know September is Hurricane Month! That’s right, usually the ninth month of the year has more hurricanes than any other …
Rainy Season Vistas: Parroquia de San Gaspar Vivar, Antigua Guatemala
Overcast skies are the typical vistas during the rainy season. However, believe it or not, even during the rainy season, we get …
Parque de La Unión in Antigua Guatemala
In the west end of Parque de La Unión you can see the façade of the entrance to the hospital of Obras …
Colorful Gate of El Calvario Parish
In the Southeast part of Antigua Guatemala you will find the vibrant gate of Parroquia El Calvario. Just a few days ago, …
Colonial Baroque Architecture of Iglesia de La Merced
The façade of Iglesia de La Merced is one of the best examples of the Moorish baroque architecture found in Antigua Guatemala.
Good Friday in San Pedro Las Huertas, Antigua Guatemala
Even though Antigua Guatemala is the top destination in the world for the Holy Week celebrations, many destination through out Guatemala also …