La Antigua Guatemala Attractions
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Set amid three volcanoes, Antigua Guatemala (Old Guatemala) is one of the oldest and most appealing cities in Central America. Antigua conserves its Spanish-colonial appeal despite numerous earthquakes.
Yellow, ocher and orange are prevalent colors along Antigua's cobblestone streets. The streets are devoid of traffic lights, neon signs and structures over two stories tall.
Antigua's public buildings are examples of baroque architecture. Antigua's churches have lost much of their splendor due to earthquake damage and post-earthquake reconstruction.
Yellow, ocher and orange are prevalent colors along Antigua's cobblestone streets. The streets are devoid of traffic lights, neon signs and structures over two stories tall.
Antigua's public buildings are examples of baroque architecture. Antigua's churches have lost much of their splendor due to earthquake damage and post-earthquake reconstruction.
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Antigua - Captain-General's Palace
This grand 16th C palace is one of the finest buildings in Antigua. It was long the seat of the Spanish colonial government and is today a museum.
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Antigua - Casa Popenoe
This 17th C colonial house was restored by Dr. Wilson Popenoe after many years of decay. On display are period furnishings and paintings.
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Antigua - University of San Carlos (Museum of Colonial Art)
The Museum of Colonial Art at the University of San Carlos contains an important collection of Saint Francis paintings by Cristóbal de Villapando.
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Antigua - Jocotillo, Guatemala
(Near La Antigua Guatemala)
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Antigua - San Antonio Aguas Calientes, Guatemala
(Near La Antigua Guatemala)
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Antigua - Cathedral of St James, La Antigua Guatemala
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Antigua City Hall, La Antigua Guatemala
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La Antigua Guatemala
