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Arco de Santa Catalina, Antigua

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An iconic landmark, Arco de Santa Catalina represents the only portion of the once-flourishing Convent of St. Catherine that's left standing. Built in 1694, the arch spans a street and was used by nuns to cross from one building to another without being seen on the street. The bright yellow structure boasts a rich history and has become a symbol of the city. The clock tower was added in the 1830s. To plan Antigua vacation without wasting time, ask Inspirock to design an itinerary.
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  • The arch is very beautiful and the history behind the fact that nuns had to walk thru there since they werent to be seen in public makes this thing even more significant. You sort of HAVE to visit... 
    The arch is very beautiful and the history behind the fact that nuns had to walk thru there since they werent to be seen in public makes this thing even more significant. You sort of HAVE to visit...  more »
  • You are going to be walking around Antigua -- you can't miss the arch! -- we enjoyed poking in the small local shops and saw a woman with dozens of hats stacked on her head -- just like the Caps for.....  more
    You are going to be walking around Antigua -- you can't miss the arch! -- we enjoyed poking in the small local shops and saw a woman with dozens of hats stacked on her head -- just like the Caps for.....  more »
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  • Stunning, peaceful ambiance on a cobble stone street with amazing boutiques, restaurants, and shops within a 100 meters walk. 74F/23C and moderately humid, the weather is perfect. Although it is a tourist destination it was not overcrowded with tourists. Antigua feels different than anywhere else in Central America. Worth a repeat trip!!
  • Beautiful view, it was a little cloudy . I couldn't see the volcano in the background. Still Beautiful. If you out in the afternoon take a sweater it gets really cool. Food, drinks and atole are very tasty and good.always lots of people around.

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