San Cristóbal de las Casas / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around San Cristóbal de las Casas
The historic centre of San Cristóbal de las Casas brings together church façades, a central square and pedestrian streets. These eight ideas stay close to the city’s architectural landmarks.
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Catedral de San Cristóbal Mártir
The cathedral stands by the central square. Photograph the façade across the open space, then try a closer crop of its decorative details.
Search Google MapsPlaza 31 de Marzo
The main square includes the central park and its historic kiosk. Make the kiosk the subject of your photograph, leaving space around it to show the park.
Search Google MapsTemplo de Santo Domingo
The Santo Domingo church is known for its richly worked exterior. Start with the façade as a whole, then isolate a small section of its ornament.
Search Google MapsArco del Carmen
The Arco del Carmen is one of the city’s recognisable landmarks. Frame the arch with part of its street setting instead of cropping out its surroundings.
Search Google MapsAndador Guadalupano
Use the line of this pedestrian street to build depth in a street photograph. Try a lower camera position while keeping the route clear for passers-by.
Search Google MapsTemplo de Guadalupe
The church stands above the end of the Guadalupano walkway. Its steps and the view over the city offer two different compositions around the same landmark.
Search Google MapsMuseo de San Cristóbal (former Palacio Municipal)
The Museo de San Cristóbal occupies the former municipal palace beside the main square. Use a wider frame to show its relationship to the plaza.
Search Google MapsCasa de la Sirena
Near the main square, the Casa de la Sirena adds another historic façade to the walk. A closer crop makes its architectural details the subject.
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