More Guatemala... Antigua

During our trip to Guatemala City, we had a free day, so a tour of the nearby old city of Antigua seemed appropriate. It is steeped in history, of course, and the ruins and restorations are stunning.  Destroyed many times over the centuries by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and war, it was once the "capitol" of Guatemala. More photos. 

Above... Study in contrasts in one of the many churches in Antigua.

One of the many beautiful fountains and parks.

More contrasts.

Restored Cathedral

Guatemala City...

We are in Guatemala City for a few days... staying at the Radisson.  Nice suite and super fast WiFi... makes BTL seem anemic.  I had noticed several small red delivery motorbikes as we walked around... and then we happened by a MacDonald's. If you work here, you don't even have to leave your desk to get that Big Mac! We stopped in and they also have one of the new coffee bars that are competing for Starbuck's business.  I think it's working. We even have an Appleby's across from the hotel.  More photos.