As I mentioned yesterday, on September 15th, Guatemala and the other Central American countrieswill be celebrating the 200th anniversary of Independence. Sadly, because of the pandemic, most massive events will not be allowed. So, Guatemalans are mostly observing the Bicentennial with flags, firecracker bombs and on the streets photo exhibitions… TAP to see the full size photo and post.
Let me introduce you to Crisula, the pigeons enchanter of Antigua Guatemala. Can you guess how she manages to summon the pigeons on the her hand?
This is the newest traditional ice cream cart found at Parque Central. It is shaped like a colorful bus. In this particular day, the ice cream cart was being tented by two young Maya girls.
As I mentioned earlier this week, the temperate Winter season in Antigua Guatemala comes with gorgeous light in the morning and afternoon as well as comfortable temperatures, mostly between 15ºC/60ºF and 25ºC/77ºF. Would you like to hibernate in Antigua Guatemala?
During celebrations of La Virgen de Guadalupe, Our Lady of Guadalupe, on December 12, you can find gringa moms, Maya mamás, mestizo madres and white mamás all taking their children dressed with indigenous attires to visit the altar of La Virgen Morena and to have their portrait taken in one of the makeshift studios set … Read more
Winter is coming! Fortunately,Winter in Antigua Guatemala is very comfortable with its temperate weather; blue volcanoes skyline; plentiful supply of freshly harvested fruits and produce; bright and colorful sights; and the warm hospitality of Guatemalans. All of these and many more reasons make Guatemala the perfect place to hibernate during long cold and harsh winter. … Read more
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Güipil or Huipil for blouse. It’s been a while since I last shared with you a portrait of the series: I am Guatemala. I hope you enjoy this softhearted portrait a Maya little girl sporting a beautiful and vibrant huipil; that’s what we call the beautifully … Read more
This year as part of my Day of the Dead Photography Workshop I carried an instant camera/printer so I can give prints right there on the spot and let me tell you it was a hit, from children to the elders and everyone in between. The camera has no controls or settings one can change; … Read more
Today is your turn to caption this photograph. The most creative caption posted in the comment area of www.AntiguaDailyPhoto.com will get a post card print of it delivered to their home or office. You have 24 hrs to do so. And may the odds be ever in your favour…
Today I share a photo of a little boy picking up pine needle and corozo palms from processional carpet; these two plants provide, along with copal incense, the distinctive aroma of Lent and Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala.
Normally the weight of a float is divided among all those carrying it. Here I share with you a little boy carrying the entire float by himself. I hope you like it as much as I do. Enjoy!
Today I shared with you an image of three little girls, sisters, waiting for their turn to carry the processional float. This photo was captured during a recent Lenten photo walk. Enjoy!
As I said a few weeks ago, often in Antigua Guatemala people when they think of tourists, they think of foreigners who visit Guatemala while in reality the largest number of tourists come from other parts of Guatemala. Here I photographed a group of Guatemalan tourists from San Juan Comalapa, a village famous for its … Read more
All the kite shops are ready for the vientos fuertes, strong winds from the north. Here I share with you a window view into what you might expect in a typical kite shop in the Mayan highlands of Guatemala. On the right side of the frame you can see over 1.25 meter or 4-ft wide … Read more
Today you write the caption… I will send a real post card via regular mail to the best caption.