National Anthem of Guatemala — Professional Dossier 1. Executive summary The National Anthem of Guatemala, commonly known by its opening words (“ Guatemala Feliz…!”), was originally written by the Cuban poet José Joaquín Palma and set to music by the…
Coat of Arms of Guatemala — Professional Dossier 1. Executive Summary The current Coat of Arms of the Republic of Guatemala was adopted by Executive Decree No. 33 of November 18, 1871, during the government of General Miguel García Granados. It consists…
The Flag of Guatemala — Professional Brief 1. Executive summary The modern national flag of Guatemala — a vertical triband of sky-blue, white, sky-blue with the national coat of arms at center — was established in 1871 during the Liberal…
National Symbols of Guatemala Guatemala is a country rich in culture, history, and tradition. Its national symbols represent the essence of the nation, embodying freedom, identity, and natural beauty. These five main symbols are cherished by Guatemalans and carry deep…
Iximché: The Last Kaqchikel Maya Capital A Journey to the Heart of the Guatemalan Highlands In the mountains of Chimaltenango, surrounded by forests of pine and cypress, lies the archaeological site of Iximché, the last capital of the Kaqchikel kingdom before…
AMSA Authority for the Sustainable Management of the Amatitlán Basin and Lake Contact:Moises Córdoba – TEL 3755-0295Head of the Amatitlán Division Importance of Lake Amatitlán Programs and Activities The Lake Basin Fundamental Knowledge The Hydrological Cycle Waste Generation Lake Amatitlán…
Colonial Era of Guatemala Colonial Era, Independences, and Republican Era 1. Colonial Era Results of the Conquest in Mexico The dominant pre-Hispanic peoples, with an advanced political and social structure at their peak, understood and accepted their military defeat and…
La Antigua Guatemala: History of a Monument City La Antigua Guatemala, a colonial jewel of the Americas and a symbol of Guatemalan identity, has witnessed transcendental events that shaped the course of the nation. From its splendor as the capital…
San Antonio Aguas Calientes: Memory, Textiles, and Life Between Volcanoes Just a few minutes from Antigua Guatemala, on a hillside facing the iconic Volcán de Agua, lies San Antonio Aguas Calientes: a small municipality in size but vast in human…
Handicrafts Market and Regional Costume Museum: The Cultural Heart of San Antonio Aguas Calientes In the vibrant center of San Antonio Aguas Calientes, just a few kilometers from Antigua Guatemala, lies a meeting point between tradition, art, and memory: the Handicrafts Market,…