Sunday 19 May 2013
Dear Readers, Firstly, I’d like to make a correction. In last month’s issue, we featured an article on United Way, which mentioned their upcoming fair, Feria De Los Sueños (The Fair of Dreams), a project that fulfills the dreams of underprivileged children. The correct name of this year’s theme is Yo Puedo Ser...
Iximché Temples, plazas and a ball court Templos, plazas y un campo de juego de pelota Iximché, the former capital of the Kaqchiquel Maya in Tecpán, dates back to 1463. About an hour and a half from La Antigua, a visit to the archaeological site and museum makes for a nice break on your...
Hummingbirds A flash of harmless lightning A mist of rainbow dyes The burnished sunbeams brightening From flower to flower he flies. ~John Banister Tabb Take seat on El Pilar’s hummingbird observation deck and see how many you can spot. Take a taxi or tuk-tuk. El Pilar, in San Cristóbal El Bajo, is about a 10-minute drive...
Aware Gran Bazar The first Saturday and Sunday of each month, your ethical shopping choice must be Centro Commercial Villa Bella outside La Antigua on the road to Ciudad Vieja. The fundraiser is organized by Melinee & Mauricio Comte of Moto Outlet, a store carrying an exceptional collection of clothing and other accessories for...
