Antigua: More than a City, an Architectural Jewel.

** LAST MINUTE OR NEXT DAY RESERVATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED ** The city of La Antigua Guatemala, known in colonial times as the city of Santiago de Guatemala and by others as the city of Santiago de los Caballeros de Guatemala, has It has always been a magical city that attracted many people since its inception in 1543, although its outline began in 1542 by the architect Juan Antonelli. The city was affected from its beginnings by earthquakes that were, in one way or another, shaping the unique architecture that developed in this place. It is worth mentioning that it was the capital of the Captaincy General of Guatemala, which ranged from Chiapas to Costa Rica. In this tour we will see the most enigmatic parts of the city: - The Central Square - The Fountain of the Sirens - The Portal of Commerce - The Palace of the General Captains - The Palace of the Very noble Town Hall - The Cathedral (The church and its ruins ) - The frontispiece of what was the Old University of San Carlos - The church of San Pedro (Hospital del Hermano Pedro) - The Union Tank - Facade of the convent of Santa Clara - The church of San Francisco - Jade Museum - Artisan market