This type of half fountain embedded on a wall are known as búcaro and they are everywhere in Antigua Guatemala. So much so, that I would easily call them iconic and representative of the aesthetic of Antigua Guatemala. Take a photographic tour through the many búcaro fountains I have shared with you guys thus far. … Read more
Even the Fuente de las Sirenas received a bath of blue light during the inauguration of the Christmas lights decorations in Antigua Guatemala. The ambience was surreal with so many different lights and fireworks illuminating the entire parque central all at once.
At the end of a recent afternoon photo walk I ended by the parque central and while sitting down to reply back to pending messages and emails, the light were turned on and the already nice ambience at the main square became beautiful. I made this shot of one of the mermaids from Fuente de las Sirenas from my mobile office, I mean the bench I was sitting at. Enjoy!
Even during the rainy season that spans from May through early November, we get to enjoy sunshine bathed evergreen gardens with flowers in bloom. In fact, in Antigua Guatemala we get to enjoy the sunshine and vibrant gardens with the ever-present flowers everyday of the year.
Today I share with you the latest portrait I got a chance to make of Erica’s family with the remains of the Flower Festival adorning the Fuente de las Sirenas at Parque Central. Enjoy!
A búcaro fountain is half fountain normally embedded in a wall, usually near an inside patio, but it can be anywhere. Since I have photographed so many búcaro fountains through the years I can honestly declare that La Antigua Guatemala is the city of the iconic búcaro fountains. Take a photographic tour through the many … Read more
Often the Fuente de Las Sirenas, mermaids fountain, is decorated with flowers. Today I share with you one such vista where the fountain was adorned with sunflowers. Enjoy!
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Piscina for swimming pool. Swimming pools are perfect for this heatwave we had been having in Antigua Guatemala. Today I share with you one such pool inside the colonial architecture and gardens of La Antigua.
No wonder people from really cold latitudes love to hibernate in Antigua Guatemala during the harsh winter months. Imagine having gorgeous warm sunshine everyday and everywhere you look there are flowers in bloom. Nowadays, we are also welcoming Covid hibernators; those lucky people who can work remotely and it doesn’t matter where they clock-in from. … Read more
Take a photographic tour through different fountains of Antigua Guatemala; there are over 130 fountains thus far. Participate in the Thanksgiving raffle for a chance to win a dramatic 11″x14″ metallic print of this photo of the Arches of Tanque de La Unión, valued at $75, by pledging a small contribution, of $10 or more, to support the work … Read more
As I have mentioned before, it is common practice in and around Antigua Guatemala to decorate windows, entryways, façade and fountains with flowers, especially during the Flower Festival of Antigua Guatemala. Follow the white rabbit [the links] to see all the different flower decorations described above. Participate in the Thanksgiving raffle for a chance to win … Read more
Come and listen to the singing of the mermaids at Parque Central; there’s nothing more relaxing and enchanting than that. In fact, spending as little as 30 minutes sitting on any of the benches around the main square can do wonder for your stress levels. Give it a try next time you visit us.
Evergreen gardens in and around La Antigua Guatemala are one of the benefits of the 6-month long rainy season. Honestly, I never get tired of recommending people to get into every house, building, shop, restaurant, hotel, et cetera, to appreciate the hidden beauty found beyond the outside walls. As long as there are public access … Read more
Parks are still closed so pigeons are the only ones enjoying Parque Central on beautiful sunny morning in Antigua Guatemala. I am sending y’all my best wishes for Sunday morning. How are things where you live?
It’s a lovely morning in Antigua Guatemala. I am sending y’all the best vibes from our little town. My new goal is to try to only share beautiful, sunny and colorful images for the foreseeable future to try to uplift the spirits and bring a little hope in these trying times. I’m also sending y’all … Read more