Antigua Guatemala

Historic monuments in Antigua Guatemala

Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserves a wealth of 17th and 18th-century Spanish colonial architecture. This collection highlights the city's evolution from a regional capital to a preserved ruin following the 1773 Santa Marta earthquakes. The list features iconic landmarks like the Arco de Santa Catalina, the earthquake-shattered ruins of Iglesia San Agustín, and significant civic buildings including the Palacio del Ayuntamiento and the municipal offices of neighboring Jocotenango.

Antigua's Historic Monuments — Map

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A

Arco de Santa Catalina

Built in the 17th century, this iconic yellow arch allowed cloistered nuns to pass between the Santa Catalina convent and a school across the street without being seen. The clock on top was added in the 19th century.

B

Palacio del Ayuntamiento

Completed in 1743, this city hall features a double-arched stone facade. It houses municipal offices and the Museo del Libro Antiguo, which displays early Central American printing works.

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C

Iglesia San Agustín

A 17th-century Baroque church largely destroyed by the 1773 earthquakes. The remaining facade showcases intricate stone carvings characteristic of the period's colonial architecture.

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D

Santo Domingo

Once one of the largest and wealthiest monasteries in the region, these 16th-century ruins now house a hotel and museum complex featuring colonial art and archaeological crypts.

E

Plaza del Apóstol Santiago

A public square dedicated to Saint James, the patron saint of Antigua Guatemala.

F

Estatua del Apóstol Santiago de los Caballeros

A monument honoring the city's patron saint, Santiago de los Caballeros, reflecting Antigua's colonial identity.

G

Isabel la Católica

A statue commemorating the Spanish Queen Isabella I, located near the entrance to the city.

H

El Cruz

Stone cross monument located on the outskirts of the city.

I

El Cruz

Stone cross monument.

J

El Cruz

Stone cross monument.

K

Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios

A 16th-century hermitage featuring a Renaissance facade. It was one of the earliest religious structures built in the valley and remains in a state of partial ruin.

L

Municipalidad de Jocotenango

The administrative headquarters for the municipality of Jocotenango, situated just north of Antigua's historic center.

M

Salón Municipal

A public hall in Jocotenango used for local government functions and community events.

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