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.
As I have shared with you before, during September Guatemalans celebrate its Independence Day on the 15th and for the entire month, thus you can find Independence celebrations and decorations everywhere in Guatemala. Independence bunting is often found in doorways, windows, balconies, etc. The Palacio de los Capitanes in the Main Plaza is a popular … Read more
During the first two weeks of September, you can find street vendors just like this one selling all kinds of Guatemalan flags. Guatemalans have many ways to display their patriotism, flags is one of them. The problem with the Guatemalan flag is that they come in all different shades of blue. There is even an … Read more
It looks like the Muni is almost ready to wave goodbye to 2011. The sign for 2012 is already in place and soon enough the lights and fireworks will be set as well. Would you like to receive 2012 in La Antigua Guatemala?
Okay, so we agreed that the official blue color of the Guatemalan flag should brilliant blue or celestial blue code ISCC-NBS 177 according to Decreto 104-97 [PDF] and as noted for a second or third time in the archives of AntiguaDailyPhoto. However, I’d say that the shade of blue really depends on what the flag … Read more
Even though Guatemala’s Independence is celebrated on September 15th and the days prior to that date, in reality Guatemala’s independence is observe throughout September with flags and civic acts in schools. As you can see in the picture above, flags hang from many windows and balconies at Calle del Arco. You can also look for … Read more
I have other photos from the Guatemala’s Independence Day Celebrations which I would like to share with you and since September is still Independence Month in Guatemala, I guess I can be excused, right? In the picture above you can see the bunting at Palacio de los Capitanes (The Captains’ Palace) which now is undergoing … Read more