Deserted streets, ruins and cultural centers is one of the direct effects of the pandemic. If you were here now, you can have everything pretty much for yourself, well, except for the pigeons. What are you waiting for?
In the background you can see one of the many constant eruptions of Volcano Fuego adding some tension to a picture of tranquility. For 231 years the Real Palacio de los Capitanes was the headquarters of the Spanish army “defending” Central America. Built in 1543, as most edifies around the main square, the Palacio de … Read more
Sometimes life in La Antigua Guatemala feel like you’re going downhill with no break. Sometimes is the opposite. Summer is already here and times flies by quickly. Rains have dwindled again and we might have a long canícula, heat wave, again this year. Can you guess where was this picture taken? Follow the white rabbit … Read more
Let’s meet at the Real Palacio de la Cultura. Where’s that? You know the palace on the south side of the main square. Oh you mean, the Palacio de los Capitanes. Yeah, that’s it. When did they change the name of the building? I don’t know and I don’t care. Well, there you have it. … Read more
Dorothy: Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore. [from the film The Wizard of Oz] I clearly remember the film The Wizard of Oz, or rather the scene where everything goes from black and white to full color. I imagine that’s what many people who have never left their home country might feel when they … Read more
The long dispute over the control of the Palacio Real de los Capitanes Generales of Santiago de Guatemala by the different ministries and groups is over. It appears that the winners are the Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes and INGUAT, Guatemala’s board of tourism. This gorgeous building is now housing the Museo de Santiago and … Read more
As I have said before, at least twice a year I photograph Palacios de los Capitanes located on the main square of La Antigua Guatemala. Perhaps even a dozen times Palacio de los Capitanes appears in photos through the year since it’s impossible to miss it while taking other photographs around Parque Central. This is … Read more
This photograph was made with 8mm fish-eye lens with only manual controls for aperture and focus. This type lens adds a lot of distortion as many extra wide angle lenses, which is not always welcome, but every once in a while it works. You must see it large and full screen if possible. Just click … Read more
Several times through the year the artisans from Antigua Guatemala set up booths to show case and sell their creations. Normally, they do it on the main square, the Plaza Mayor that we informally called Parque Central. This time though, the handicraft stands were set underneath the arched corridor of Palacio de los Capitanes. They … Read more
At least twice a year I photograph Palacios de los Capitanes in Antigua Guatemala. Perhaps even a dozen times Palacio de los Capitanes appears in photos through the year since it’s impossible to miss it while taking other photographs around Parque Central. This is the season version of Palacio de los Capitanes, I hope you … Read more
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
This is among my favorite photographic subjects: repetition, arches, and Palacio de Los Capitanes Generales. I don’t think I will ever get tired of photographing this building. In fact, I should do a series with just photos of Palace of the Captains which should include everything from details to not often seen sections of the … Read more
Now this is what the dry season looks like in Antigua Guatemala; sunshine, deep blue skies, beautiful light, cold winds and almost now clouds. As always, follow the white rabbit to see more photos and read about Palacio de los Capitanes Generales of Santiago de Guatemala.
On November 11, 2011 (11.11.11 for short) the Feria Nacional de Comercio Justo y Solidario Guatemala 2011 opened its kiosk on the arched hallway of Palacio de los Capitanes Generales to promote exchanges for a better world the brochure declares. The national fair trade fair will remain open until Sunday at 3pm, so if you’re … Read more
There was a plantón, sort of an occupy protest, called for many civil organizations to disrupt and put an end to the plans of making the newly restored Palacio de los Capitanes Generales into a commercial center. The palace is now under the control of Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes which has plans of renting … Read more