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Antigua

Antigua, Guatemala, features well-preserved colonial architecture such as the 17th-century Santa Catalina Arch, originally a passageway for nuns. The city’s cobblestone streets, active markets, and ruins like the Jesuit church reflect its history as a former colonial capital under constant influence from the nearby Agua Volcano.

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Lake Atitlán and Volcán San Pedro in Guatemala with a small boat on the water.
Lake Atitlán in Guatemala fills a volcanic caldera in the western highlands. Volcán San Pedro rises from the lake’s southern shore near San Pedro La Laguna. The lake supports travel between shoreline communities by boat.
Acatenango Volcano overlooks a volcanic valley in Guatemala, with Fuego Volcano in the distance.
Acatenango Volcano, Guatemala, overlooks a broad volcanic valley on the highlands above Antigua Guatemala. The terrain lies within Guatemala’s volcanic chain near the active Fuego Volcano, which is visible in the distance.
Volcán de Fuego erupts at night near Antigua, Guatemala, with lava and ash above the crater.
Volcán de Fuego erupts near Antigua, Guatemala, sending lava and ash high above the crater at night. The volcano is part of the Acatenango volcanic complex and is one of Guatemala’s most active peaks.
Fuego Volcano in Guatemala erupts at dusk with an ash plume and glowing lava.
Fuego Volcano in Guatemala erupts near sunset, sending an ash plume and glowing lava from the summit. Fuego is one of the country's most active volcanoes and lies near Antigua Guatemala.
Fuego Volcano near Antigua, Guatemala, emits ash and smoke at sunset.
Fuego Volcano near Antigua, Guatemala, is one of Central America's most active stratovolcanoes. The volcano has erupted frequently for centuries and regularly produces ash plumes and lava flows. Its activity is closely monitored because eruptions can affect nearby communities.
Acatenango Volcano in Guatemala at sunset with the Guatemalan Highlands in the background.
Acatenango Volcano, Guatemala, rises in the Guatemalan Highlands near Antigua Guatemala. The stratovolcano forms part of the volcanic chain in central Guatemala and is one of the country’s best-known peaks.
Acatenango Volcano and Fuego Volcano in Guatemala, seen from the highlands.
Acatenango Volcano and Fuego Volcano in Guatemala. Acatenango is one of the country’s highest peaks and a popular overnight climb near Antigua. Fuego, visible to the right, is one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes and frequently emits ash and gas.
Fuego Volcano near Antigua, Guatemala, emits an ash plume during an eruption.
Fuego Volcano near Antigua, Guatemala, emits an ash plume during an eruption. The stratovolcano is one of Central America’s most active volcanoes and is closely monitored because of its proximity to populated areas.
Antigua Guatemala street with parked cars and Volcán de Agua at dusk.
Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala, is a former colonial capital known for its preserved Spanish Baroque architecture and volcanic setting. This cobblestone street lies beneath Volcán de Agua on the city’s southern edge. Antigua was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.
Cobblestone street in Antigua Guatemala at sunset with colonial buildings.
Antigua Guatemala’s cobblestone streets are part of the former colonial capital of Guatemala, founded in 1542. The city is known for its preserved Spanish Baroque architecture and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. This street lies within Antigua’s historic center.
5a Calle Oriente in Antigua Guatemala with Agua Volcano beyond the colonial street.
5a Calle Oriente in Antigua Guatemala is a colonial-era street in the historic center. Agua Volcano rises beyond the street grid at the edge of the city. The area is part of Antigua Guatemala’s preserved Spanish colonial landscape.
Parque Central in Antigua Guatemala at dusk with gardens and arcaded buildings.
Parque Central in Antigua Guatemala is the city’s main public square and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The plaza dates to the 16th century and remains the center of the historic colonial district. It is bordered by arcaded civic buildings and landscaped gardens.
Antigua Guatemala Cathedral facade in Antigua Guatemala with pigeons on the Baroque exterior.
The Antigua Guatemala Cathedral, formally the Cathedral of Saint James the Apostle, is the principal church of the Archdiocese of Santiago of Guatemala. Located on Parque Central in Antigua Guatemala, the cathedral dates to the colonial period and has been rebuilt after repeated earthquake damage. It remains one of the city’s most important historic and religious landmarks.
Narrow Antigua Guatemala cobblestone street with parked cars and Volcán de Agua ahead.
A narrow cobblestone street in Antigua, Guatemala, leads toward Volcán de Agua. The city’s colonial-era street grid and low-rise buildings are part of the historic center recognized by UNESCO. Volcán de Agua is one of the volcanoes that define the skyline around Antigua.
Antigua Market Street in Guatemala with vendors, cars, and volcanoes at sunset.
Antigua Market Street at Sunset, Guatemala. Street vendors sell clothing and other goods along one of the city’s cobblestone market streets. Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage site and Guatemala’s former colonial capital.
Santa Catalina Arch on 5a Avenida Norte in Antigua Guatemala with Volcán de Agua behind it.
Santa Catalina Arch on 5a Avenida Norte in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala, is one of the city’s best-known colonial landmarks. Built in the 17th century, it originally connected the Santa Catalina convent with a school across the street. The clock tower was added in the 19th century, and Volcán de Agua rises behind the arch.
Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Volcán de Agua above Parque Central in Antigua Guatemala.
Antigua Guatemala Cathedral and Volcán de Agua overlook Parque Central in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala. The cathedral occupies one side of the historic center, while the volcano rises beyond the city skyline. Antigua Guatemala is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Spanish colonial architecture and earthquake-damaged historic core.
Agua Volcano over Antigua, Guatemala, with palm trees and rooftops.
Agua Volcano rises beyond Antigua, Guatemala, with rooftops and palm trees in the foreground. The stratovolcano is one of the landmarks that ring the former colonial capital.
San Francisco el Grande ruins in Antigua, Guatemala, with Agua Volcano behind them.
San Francisco el Grande ruins in Antigua, Guatemala, are the remains of a colonial-era Franciscan church and convent complex. The church was damaged by earthquakes, leaving much of the structure in ruins. Agua Volcano rises behind the site.
Santuario San Francisco el Grande ruins in Antigua, Guatemala, with a grass courtyard and stone walls.
Santuario San Francisco el Grande in Antigua, Guatemala, is a ruined colonial-era church complex. The site was damaged by earthquakes and preserved as one of the city’s historic landmarks.
Chicken bus on a cobblestone street in Antigua Guatemala with Volcán de Agua behind it.
A decorated chicken bus travels along a cobblestone street in Antigua Guatemala. These repurposed buses are a common form of public transportation in Guatemala. Volcán de Agua rises in the background above the historic city.
Cobblestone street in Antigua, Guatemala, with Volcán de Agua in the background.
A cobblestone street in Antigua, Guatemala, lies beneath Volcán de Agua. The city is known for its preserved colonial-era streets and buildings. The volcano rises beyond the low-rise neighborhood and market area.
Tuk-tuks travel on a cobblestone street in Antigua, Guatemala.
Tuk-tuks travel along a cobblestone street in Antigua, Guatemala. These small motorized three-wheel taxis are commonly used for short trips around the city. Antigua’s historic center features narrow streets and colonial-era urban layout.
Antigua Central Market in Antigua, Guatemala, with shoppers walking between market stalls.
Antigua Central Market in Antigua, Guatemala, is an open-air marketplace with rows of stalls selling clothing, shoes, and everyday goods. It operates as the city’s main municipal market and a busy retail center for residents and visitors.

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