An older indigenous woman wears a blouse with many embroidered birds, as is typical in Santiago La Laguna, Guatemala. The headwear consists of wrapped woven strip - we were told that in Mayan culture this is supposed to bring "balance" to women. Read about our road trip to Santiago. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
What you find in the interior of a large corozo palm. This is used during Holy Week (Semana Santa) in Guatemala for decorations and offerings. Taken in Santiago La Laguana, Guatemala. Read about our road trip to Santiago. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
A mixture of Catholic and indigenous (Mayan) traditions appear at the Catholic church in Santiago La Laguna, Guatemala. These figures are dressed up for Holy Week (Semana Santa), but with local accents. Read about our road trip to Santiago. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
