Quema del Torito y Alas: Guatemalan Christmas Tradition

January’s desktop wallpaper calendars are now ready! These calendars feature what is known as the “Quema de Toritos y Alas”, a tradition in Guatemala dating back to colonial times. Instructions on how to download below. ***For a list of Events happening in Antigua this month Click Here*** Quema del Torito This tradition goes back to colonial times. IfContinue reading “Quema del Torito y Alas: Guatemalan Christmas Tradition”

Guide To New Year’s Eve in Antigua Guatemala

Even though I’ve been in and out of Guatemala for the better part of almost three years, there are traditions I’ve never encountered before and some which I still don’t fully understand. As part of Antigua’s New Year’s Eve celebrations, there were two such events I was looking forward to watching: The Baile de Moros y CristianosContinue reading “Guide To New Year’s Eve in Antigua Guatemala”

Christmas in Antigua Guatemala: A Night at Calle del Arco

I love Christmas festivities and Antigua has so far exceeded expectations this year. Celebrations kicked off with the traditional burning of the devil. With that out of the way, it was time to bring on the fireworks – Guatemalans thoroughly enjoy them. Took this pic at last weeks firework show: Fireworks show in front ofContinue reading “Christmas in Antigua Guatemala: A Night at Calle del Arco”

Thanksgiving Day in Antigua Guatemala: Have Your Turkey and Eat It Too

Traditions are a funny thing. The things supposed to bond us to each other can sometimes be the very thing that drives us apart. Ever spent a holiday with a dysfunctional family? It’s a wonder so few casualties happen on Thanksgiving day when everyone at the table has a carving knife within easy reach. For many,Continue reading “Thanksgiving Day in Antigua Guatemala: Have Your Turkey and Eat It Too”

Nispero Festival In San Juan Del Obispo, Guatemala

San Juan del Obispo, Guatemala, hosts a yearly Festival del Nispero, which is held at the town’s main plaza. The plaza has outstanding views of the Panchoy Valley, and on a clear day, you can easily spot La Merced Church in Antigua. Because the town is on the slopes of Volcan Agua, it’s noticeably a fewContinue reading “Nispero Festival In San Juan Del Obispo, Guatemala”