The original post Opposite Ends of Life, in La Antigua Guatemala DP, was published on May 23rd, 2006 and it was about a little girl and an old lady helping each other cross the street. It is an interesting shot, if I may say so, you should see if you haven’t done so already.
Today’s entry is about different women and their opposite position in the spectrum of life.
Two things still with us after we considered them long-dead: Polaroid and Polyester. Here and in many parks of Guatemala you can still find polaroid photographers making a living with their instant-print photographic film and cameras. Did you own or use a polaroid camera in your lifetime? Tags: Antigua Guatemala Daily Photo / Antigua / … Read more
Almost everyone who visits La Antigua Guatemala is taken by its laid-back atmosphere. It is almost like when you first approach La Antigua Guatemala’s main entrance you are given a chill pill. As the paved road that comes from Guatemala City turns into cobble-stone streets, you enter a sort relax-twilight zone and you immediately switch … Read more
One aspect of life in La Antigua Guatemala which drives many people to move here is the temperate weather. Even in the raining season, which lasts between spring and autumn, the temperature stays pretty much on an average 80° F. With the perfect amount of rain, sunshine, shadows, cloudy skies, humidity, wind and cold weather, … Read more
Fountains come in all shapes, but one thing is common to all of them: they need maintenance. Here you see La Antigua Guatemala’s most famous fountain taking a break for cleaning. For a tour around the world with the many different fountains available at other Daily Photo blogs, just click away: Manila, Santiago de Chile, … Read more
In 1492 the Spaniards came to the Americas and traded their tiny mirrors and beads for all the wealth available in gold, silver and precious metals and stones. The kings of Spain at the time never visited the “new” world. In 2007, today to be precise, the Kings of Spain, Don Juan Carlos (Charles) and … Read more
Just yesterday I told you about the paint jobs that many houses and buildings undergo for the Holy Week Celebrations. Also, every time a king, a queen, president or prime minister decides to take visit Guatemala or La Antigua Guatemala, this old town undergoes a rejuvenating process of new paint, fixing the cobblestone streets, painting … Read more
The photo above shows the façade of the Escuela de Cristo church in La Antigua Guatemala, which is located to the southeast of the city in the way to El Calvario Church. It is on la Calle de los Pasos (the Steps Street) which takes its name from the Vía Crucis (Stations of the Cross). … Read more
One of the best things to do in La Antigua Guatemala is to enjoy the sunsets at the parks or in a bar. Here you see some Spanish-language students, I supposed, taking a break from classes and warming up with the sunshine of the late afternoon at the park right across the Escuela de Cristo … Read more
A little over a week ago, Mary Johnston asked if I could publish a photo of Jacarandas. Well, I found some trees in Parque Central, out of all places, and in the process I manage to snap a shot of Central Park which I believe to be quite original. At least I haven’t seen this … Read more
Blame it on the weather. Ice cream handcarts have appeared, like mushrooms, around Parque Central in Antigua. There are all kinds ice cream carts. Here you see the two handcarts for one of Guatemala’s national ice cream chain. Countdown side note: Today’s entry is number 292 so far and we continue with a countdown to … Read more
Back on December 16th and 17th, 2006, I showed you what Parque Central (Central Park) looked like with the Christmas lights all over the trees at night. I managed to take another shot right when the lights come on, yet there’s still daylight available. I like the effect. This shot was taken from the second … Read more
Yesterday, I said that I wish I had the photographic skills to bring to you the fabulous light show at Central Park because it is breath-taking to see so much light around the trees and plants. It is almost a magical vista. The photos here do not it justice. Here is another shot from a … Read more
In December, Antigua’s main plaza or Parque Central puts on a ‘light dress’ over the tree branches. I wish I had the photographic skills to capture this beautiful show of lights, all over the trees around Parque Central. Tomorrow I will bring another shot of the illuminated trees. Tags: Antigua Daily Photo / Antigua / … Read more
El Parque Central (Central Park click the link to see all the previous photos related to the park) is one of the nicest places in town. You can do many fun things around the park, spending nothing or so little money. You can have a cup of the best coffee in the world; you can … Read more