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What To Expect OF Antigua Holidays?
October 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment
In the inner moorlands of Guatemala, a Central American country, a city named Antigua is situated. The reason for its popularity is its well-preserved Spanish construction that has been originated by the remnants of majestic churches.
A renovated fountain in the middle of the famous Central Park acts as the nucleus of the city while Central Arco de Santa Catalina, located at the side of the Central park is another attraction for the tourists.
Antigua being full of splendid architecture is an assertive choice of the tourists. Moreover, the tourists feel it a safe place to visit due to its propinquity to Guatemala City. Transport facility is easier inside Guatemala City, but buses having direct routes to Antigua have made it quite easy to travel between the cities.
Christian rituals like the forty days of Lent season leading to the Holy week and terminating with Easter are so fully observed in the city of Antigua that it makes it even more popular place to visit. Processions are carried out all through the streets of Antigua in the course of Lent season.
The people, who work frantically throughout the year, are in an urgent need of a serene and calm environment that might prove helpful in elevating their spirits and self-esteem. Tranquillity and equanimity awaits open armed for those who go to Antigua as their holiday spot. Hundreds of exquisite beaches with their additional attractions of pristine water, sun, and sand provide the real opportunity of enjoyment to the tourists.
Moreover, the bazaars there are another source of enjoyment providing the best ever shopping experience. The daredevils can go on the beach to explore Barbuda, which is nearly 30 miles to the north, by renting a boat. The uttermost height of Antigua is Boggy Peak, which can be visited to have a birds eye view of the whole city.
Scuba diving and snorkelling are the experiences, which are not supposed to be missed by any tourist. Canoeing is another must to do experience in Antigua. Sea dogs who hold three popular yachting events throughout the world consider Antigua as a heaven on earth.
Keeping security as a top preference, a continuous wall of coral reef is laid to make this adventurous experience safe for the venturer as well as for families. One can make two choices among the North West coast and the South West coast while the latter provides more relaxation and the former provides better lodging.
Apart from the spectacular beaches, Antigua offers historical ports, sugar mills, museums, and other architectural landmarks that make the visit extremely entertaining as well as informative. Important ruins and landmarks a must see for any visitor to Antigua include: The Ruins of Old San Jose, Old Weapons Museum, Church School of Christ, The Jade Museum and Maria Eskenasy Fine Art. Other spots of interest are Museum of The Old Book, San Francisco Cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery, Church and Convent of Capuchins, The Artists Studio and Gallery, Museum of Colonial Art, and the former San Carlos University Building.
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