Fiesta of Santiago Apostol, Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala, July 25, 2005 Photo Gallery by Gene Paull at pbase.com

Fiesta of Santiago Apostol, Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala, July 25, 2005

Update - October 10, 2005

Santiago Atitlan suffered heavily from the rains of Hurricane Stan, Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2005. Mudslides from the Vol. Atitlan
engulfed parts of the community killing at least 200 individuals. I have debated whether to take down this gallery, or not, but
have decided to keep it so people can be aware of the community and that it was affected by a natural disaster.

Gene Paull, Brownsville, Texas
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Located on the south shores of the Lago de Atitlan, Santiago Atitlan, a Tutzujil Mayan speaking community, is in a dramatic setting, surrounded by three volcanoes. The patron saint is Santiago Apostol - July 25 is the main fiesta day. Traditionally, highland Mayan society has been a mix of the religious traditions of the Precolumbian and 16th Century Catholic beliefs. However, with modernization, much of the old traditions have been lost. The Baile de la Conquista and El Convite are no longer performed in this community. However, I was able to photograph the very colorful procession of Santiago Apostol and the associated fiesta.

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Santiago Apostol in Procession	San Pedro Apostol in Procession	Preparing for Procession	Hermanas y La Cofradia
Leading the Procession	Christ in Procession	Mayan Cofradia	Iglesia Santiago Apostol
Volcan San Pedro as seen from Iglesia Santiago Apostol	Volcan San Pedro	Coconut Palm on Lakeshore	Lake Atitlan Caldera

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Keith		25-Dec-2007 05:23
Outstanding work. I love the authentic cultural feel of your shots. Keep shooting! And yes, the E510 is worth the purchase. Good luck.

Southern Valentine		06-Jan-2007 14:03
You've captured the beauy of the area very nicely. Great shots!

guest		25-Mar-2006 21:13
creasta . why when ever i go to get something its not their.