Entrance of Casa Convento Concepción
Today I share with you a picture of the façade and entrance of Casa Convento Conception and three pieces of trivia about …
Burning of the Devil in Antigua Guatemala Will Be an Ecological and Virtual Celebration for 2020
Needless to say 2020 is an atypical year, thus no burning of the devil celebration will be held in Antigua Guatemala as …
Antigua Fragments: Decorated Metal Door Handle
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Manija de la puerta for door handle. Honestly, I like door knocker much better …
Antigua Fragments: Antique Metal Door Knockers
Antigua Guatemala has an enormous amount of gorgeous metallic door knockers. Lions are the most common theme, but you can find all …
Antigua Fragments: Coat of Arms of the Spanish Catholic Monarchs
You can find the Coat of Arms of the Spanish Catholic Monarchs everywhere through out Antigua Guatemala. Interesting enough, most people have …
Antigua Fragments: Corner Doorway
As you take strolls around Antigua Guatemala you may encounter corner doors and windows; have you seen them? If so, which is …
Antigua Fragments: Colonial-style Window
This week I will share with y’all fragments from the architecture of Antigua Guatemala. Let’s start with this iconic colonial-style window. Enjoy!
Explore the most Instagrammable spots of Antigua Guatemala
Discover the most photogenic spots in Antigua Guatemala with Antigua Photo Walks. There are so many hidden gems and out of the …
Antigua Declares: #YaBasta
Antigüeños held a smaller symbolic manifestation in front of the Palacio del Ayuntamiento, better known as La Municipalidad, City Hall, to coincide …
Together We Can Do It!
I captured this newly-engaged couple posing in front of a pearl white VW beetle in front of white house in Antigua Guatemala. …
Thanks to all loyal readers
I want to take a momento to thank all the loyal readers who have followed the daily photographic updates through nearly 15 …
Ironworks on Wooden Door from Antigua Guatemala
Take a photographic tour through the many different doors found in Antigua Guatemala; there are over 130 entries so far. Enjoy!
Colonial style fountain from Antigua Guatemala
Take a photographic tour through different fountains of Antigua Guatemala; there are over 130 fountains thus far. Participate in the Thanksgiving raffle …
Fuchsia Bougainvillea Branch Over a Wall in Antigua Guatemala
Imagine living in town where everyday the temperate weather provides the conditions for flowers to be blooming all the time; a place …
Fountain Decorated with Gerbera Flowers During the Festival de Flores of Antigua Guatemala
As I have mentioned before, it is common practice in and around Antigua Guatemala to decorate windows, entryways, façade and fountains with …
The Flower Festival of Antigua Guatemala is Happening this Weekend
If you like flowers and especially exotic flowers, don’t miss the Flower Festival being held through out Antigua Guatemala this weekend. I …
Gorgeous green and red door from Antigua Guatemala
I believe this photograph can be a terrific wall art decor piece for your home or office or to give as present …
Thanksgiving Raffle: Win a Beautiful Metallic Print of the Arches of Tanque de La Unión
Take part in the Thanksgiving raffle for a chance to win a fabulous 11″x14″ metallic print of this Arches of Tanque de …
Guatemalan Coffee Can Makes Us All Happy
Does coffee make you happy? Then, you must move to Antigua Guatemala where we can enjoy all aspects of coffee-rich life, from …
Architectonic details from Antigua Guatemala
Guatemala’s flag flying over the Catholic Kings emblem at Real Palacio de La Cultura.
Man catching up with the latest news
Honestly, I can not tell you when was the last time I read a newspaper. 2020 made it easy for me. How …
Antigua Makes Me Happy — Take 13
Today’s image is the portrait of a smiling grandmother and her granddaughter that I made a couple of days ago. On my …
Fuego volcano eruption framed within the tree branches of a coffee plantation
Volcán de Fuego seems to be more active during the dry season that spans from November through April, but the reality is …
Allons boire ailleurs: Guatemala
Today I share with you a portrait I made of world-famous Vanessa Pilon from Montreal, a Canadian television presenter and fashion icon, …
Coffee Harvesting Seasson is Fast Approaching to Antigua Guatemala
This is the perfect time to to take one of my tailor-made full immersion coffee tours where to visit coffee shops, talk …
Sundial from Antigua Guatemala
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Reloj de sol for sundial. Can you tell what it is on the …
Creeper Plants Over Walls of Antigua Guatemala
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Cubre muros for wall creeper plant. As I mentioned yesterday, rustic walls and …
The Architectonic Aesthetics of Antigua Guatemala
One of the most sought after aesthetics of Antigua Guatemala is bare walls of ruins with rustic textures. Pair this aesthetic with …
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 …
Lavaderos del Tanque de La Unión
The washbasins at Pilas de Santa Clara, better known as Tanque de La Unión, must be the most photogenic laundromat in the world, don’t you think?
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 …
Feeding the Pigeons at Parque Central
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Palomas for pigeons or doves.
Recipe for Ayote en Miel
As I have said before, ayote en miel is among the most popular desserts for Día de Todos los Santos (Feast of …
Try the Colorful Guatemalan Fiambre Delicacy
In a “normal year,” today we would be commemorating Día de Todos Santos, All Saints Day, and Día de los Fieles Difuntos, …
Crowded Flowers Stands the Day before All Saints Day
Every year October 31st is the best day for flowers vendors as the sales skyrocket for the entire week as everyone is …
Details of a Blue Door from Antigua Guatemala
One of the things I enjoy the most during my morning photo walks are the abundance of beautiful doors, door knockers and …
Street Light of Antigua Guatemala
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Luminarias for street lights. Do you notice some odd along all the street …
Arches of Pilas de Santa Clara in Antigua Guatemala
Believe it or not, that yellow structure houses public washbasins, sort of a laundromat, used everyday by people to wash their clothes …
Baroque Architectonic Details from Antigua Guatemala
Even though I do like capturing the entirety of the façade of Parroquia de San Pedro so I can share it with …
Colorful Kite Decorations Are Everywhere in Antigua Guatemala Now!
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Barrilete for kite. It is quite common for home and businesses to decorate …
Enjoy the Bright and Colorful Sights from Antigua Guatemala
Winter is coming! Fortunately,Winter in Antigua Guatemala is very comfortable with its temperate weather; blue volcanoes skyline; plentiful supply of freshly harvested …
Antigua Photo Walks Are Back
Last Saturday I mentioned that poco a poco, little by little, some of the activities from the old reality are coming back …
Colors of Antigua Guatemala
When was the last time you walked through these streets? Question for you guys. I have been considering creating a quarterly photographic …
Side entrance to Ruinas de Santa Clara
Here’s another treat from my morning photo walks, the side entrance of Ruinas de Santa Clara. I was attracted by how the …
How about having breakfast at this place?
I first came across the Pitaya restaurant nearly 8 years ago. I have followed them at all their different locations and menus. …
Framed Ruinas de San José El Viejo
Today I am happy to share with you a wall decoration treat from my morning photo walk. As I have said before, …
New Textiles Stand Stand Near La Escalonia
Since the Municipal government has forbidden the ambulant vendors in all the parks of Antigua Guatemala, including the world-famous Parque Central, vendors …
Win a Fabulous Metallic Print of the Former Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
Be a participant in the raffle for a chance to win a fabulous 11″x14″ metallic print of this The Former Universidad de …
The Weekend Artisans Market is Back at Real Palacio de La Cultura
Poco a poco, slowly, some of the activities from the old normality are coming back in with modified and healthy protocols into …
Autunm Morning Light in Antigua Guatemala
Take a photographic tour through the different images of morning light in Antigua Guatemala. Enjoy! Gorgeous Morning Light at Calle del Arco …
Winter is coming!
You better make your way to Antigua Guatemala to enjoy the Fall and Winter light and colors and our temperate weather. Today …
Sunset Cloudscape over Volcanoes Fuego and Acatenango
Take a photographic tour through some of the sunset cloudscapes found in the photo library of AntiguaDailyPhoto. Enjoy! Sunsets in Antigua Guatemala …
Morning Vista of Antigua Guatemala During the Dry Season
Even though we still get some heavy rains during October and some light rain in November, we could say that dry season …
Columbus Day or Día de la Raza?
In Guatemala as in many Latin American countries October 12 is a national holiday known as Día de la Raza or Native …
Antigua Autumn Colors: Vibrant Red and White
Who can tell the name of this peculiar flower?
Antigua Autumn Colors: Vibrant and Exotic Orchids
You can never go wrong with the vibrant and exotic orchids of Guatemala. By the way, in case you didn’t know, Guatemala …
Antigua Autumn Colors: Osteospermun jucundum
I just realize many of the flowers blooming now are either purple or lilac. That’s interesting, don’t you think?
Antigua Autumn Colors: Duranta Blooms
You will not believe how many flowers are blooming right now in Antigua Guatemala. I wish you were here to enjoy all …
Antigua Autumn Colors: Pink Hydrangea blossoms
Pink hydrangeas are not as common as lilac and light blue hydrangeas in Antigua Guatemala. Well, at least I haven’t seen it …
Hydrangeas are blooming now in Antigua Guatemala
Here’s your illustrated Guatemalan Spanish word of the day: Hortensias for Hydrangea. Participate in the raffle for a chance to win a …
Antigua Autumn Colors Are Coming to Antigua
Take a photographic tour to see some plants blooming now: Dry Season Blossoms in Antigua Guatemala Blossoms From The Land of the …
Emblematic Bus Stop in San Miguel Escobar
This is one of the two bus stops in San Miguel Escobar, 1 kilometers separates the two bus stops. Even though San …
Parish of San Miguel Escobar
Take a photographic tour around the San Miguel Escobar through these posts: Bingo Afternoon in San Miguel Escobar Painting the San Miguel …
Couple Enjoying Parque Central’s Morning Light
Take a photographic tour around the Parque Central through these posts: Chilling around Parque Central Listen to the alluring singing of the …
Win a Gorgeous Metallic Print of The Real Palacio de La Cultura with Dramatic Lighting
Take part in the raffle for a chance to win a delightful 11″x14″ metallic print of this The Real Palacio with Dramatic …
Ruinas de San José El Viejo in Antigua Guatemala
The Ruins of San José El Viejo parish in Antigua Guatemala. This parish was built in 1749. Nowadays, these ruins are used …
Morning vista of a tree-lined street in Antigua Guatemala
Morning light is always beautiful in Antigua Guatemala, don’t you agree?
Antigua Blues
What is your favorite shade of Guatemalan blue? Come on, are you going to tell us?
Volcán de Agua and Antigua House Colors
Take a photographic tour around the Volcán de Agua through these posts: Antigua’s Cathedral and Volcán de Agua Winter Sunrise over Volcán …
Coffee harvesting season is fast approaching to Antigua Guatemala
Would you like to see more coffee photos and learn more about the coffee from Guatemala? Take a photographic tour through these …
Snack Break for the Trash Collectors of Antigua Guatemala
I noticed this group of trash collectors taking a snack break during my morning photo walk. I normally walk on the side …
Street Dog and Bicycle Rider at a Corner of Antigua Guatemala
What do you think happened next? I want to hear your thoughts.
The Quietest Guatemala’s Independence Day to Date
For obvious reasons, this was the quietest and more solemn Independence Day celebrations that I have ever experience in Guatemala. Other than …
Guatemala’s Independence Flags at Palacio del Ayuntamiento
Guatemala’s Independence is celebrated through the entire month of September even though the official date falls on the 15th. Independence bunting is …
Typical Vista of Volcano Fuego Erupting
Sometimes, only sometimes, especially during the rainy season, we forget briefly about the colossal volcano Fuego eruptions. However, the moment the cloudy …
Entrance Doorway to Casa Pensativo
There is something that I find attractive in this entrance gateway. Perhaps it is the metal jade plant blossom decoration, the lamps, …
Portal del Real Palacio de La Cultura
This long corridor at Portal del Real Palacio de La Cultura, formerly known as Real Palacio de los Capitanes, is one of …
Yellow Corner Vista from Antigua Guatemala
Here’s your illustrated Spanish word of the day: Esquina for corner. This yellow corner is one of my favorite corners in Antigua …
Yo Amo Antigua Guatemala, How About You?
I love Antigua Guatemala; that’s what the colorful sign says all the way near the yellow wall of La Merced. I really …
Rainy Season Vistas: Ambulant Ice Cream Vendor
Neither rain nor shine keeps these ambulant ice cream vendors from the their ice cream selling routes. Starting this weekend, only those …
Win a Beautiful Metallic Print of The Colorful Bus Terminal in Antigua Guatemala
Participate in the raffle for a chance to win a dramatic 11″x14″ metallic print of this Colorful Bus Terminal in Antigua Guatemala, …
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 Pedro Las Huertas, Antigua Guatemala
The rains this week are brought to the region by the tropical storm turned hurricane Nana. The next few days I will …
Bank Employees Waiting For Their Shift to Start
Most Guatemalan workers get paid every two weeks, at the beginning of the month and after the 15th of the month. A …
Maintaining Antigua Street Signs
Antigua Guatemala’s signage regulation dictates that all signs have to be hand made and only these materials can be used: wood, metal …
Fuente de las Sirenas at Antigua’s Main Square
Come and listen to the singing of the mermaids at Parque Central; there’s nothing more relaxing and enchanting than that. In fact, …
Corner Vista from Antigua Guatemala
Okay, here’s a little challenge for you guys. Who can tell me which corner this is, I mean what street and avenue …
Portal de Las Panaderas, Antigua Guatemala
On the west side of the main square of Antigua Guatemala you will find the Portal de las Panaderas, which in colonial times …
Majestic and Sunny Antigua Guatemala Awaits for You!
As I have mentioned many times before, even during the rainy season, we get a few hours of sunshine almost everyday; especially …
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 …
Have You Seen This Nine Doors House at Calle del Arco?
Honestly, have you noticed this 9-door house on your strolls through Calle del Arco? If you would like to see one of …
Gorgeous Morning Light at Calle del Arco
As I have said a few times before through the years, we have the most beautiful and fantastic light around Antigua Guatemala …
Lush and Lavish Gardens in Antigua Guatemala
Evergreen gardens in and around La Antigua Guatemala are one of the benefits of the 6-month long rainy season. Honestly, I never …
Colorful and Sunny Antigua Guatemala Awaits for You!
Antigua Guatemala is well-known for its beautiful light and vibrant colors. If you are missing the gorgeous warm light and colors that …
Chicharrones or Carnitas or Both, that is the question
As I have said before, the world is full of tough decisions. To be or not to be; should I stay or …