Ciudad Vieja in Antigua Guatemala is known for being near the site of Santiago de los Caballeros, once the capital of Guatemala which was destroyed by a mudslide in 1541.

There is a well-restored colonial church near the plaza which is worth a visit.

In recent years many of Antigua's residents have moved into Ciudad Vieja as foreign interest in Antigua's housing has brought prices up higher than most Guatemalan's can afford. 

How to get there:  Ciudad Vieja is about an hour's walk from Antigua, 5kms (3 miles)  There are also many buses that pass through daily, you can take them at the central market in Antigua. 

Landmark of Antigua

Arch of Santa Catalina, part of the original convent, which is now the Hotel Convento

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