Guatemala photos, Antigua

Antigua Guatemala     All of these photos of Antigua, Guatemala, the old colonial capital, were taken in December 2001. Antigua is a great place to take photos. A visit there is like going into a time machine, back to the 1500's, when the city was founded. The city overflows with fine craftsmanship, may be because they have had practice, re-building it three times.



     We have photos of La Merced, Palace of the Captain's General, Presidential Residence, Bishop's Palace, Convento de Las Capuchinas, other ruins, San Francisco, Santa Clara, The Cathedral, University of San Carlos, christmas scenes, architectural details, door details, doors & windows, fountains, other details, signs & ceramics, gardens, Parque Central, and street scenes, and we have a video too.


Guatemala photos, Lake Atitlan

Lake Atitlan      Lake Atitlan, Guatemala is generally regarded as the most beautiful place in the world. The camera does not do it justice because it only captures what is in front of the eye. It misses the feeling of tranquility one experencies here. You can see some photos of the view, people, weaving and crafts, flowers and gardens, still life photos, and some street parades.




Guatemala's Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead kite festival     November 1st, the day after Halloween, brings the Guatemalan version of All Saints Day. The indigenous Mayans fly kites into the heavens, carrying messages for their dead ancestors. It is an all day party, and much more fun than eating too much candy. You can see some photos of one of the world's best kite festivals. Enjoy the show.