Miguel Álvarez
Miguel Álvarez is a prominent historian, writer, and the director of the National Museum of Guatemala. He has played a vital role in chronicling the history of Semana Santa, particularly its transformation since 1954 when modern expressions of the celebration began to take shape. Through his insights, Álvarez has helped to illuminate the significance of this event as a cultural and spiritual cornerstone of Guatemalan identity.
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Miguel Álvarez lamented the new regulations and emphasized the importance of the cuidacoches' work.
Si no le dabas plata, tenías problemas
Uruguay· 2026-02-27
Miguel Álvarez lamented the news and estimated that it is the first department to penalize car watchers.
Colonia derogó norma que los regulaba y comenzará a penalizar la actividadUruguay· 2026-02-26
Miguel Álvarez was part of the Nación Rotonda project that published a book to serve as a warning about urban development.
Madrid, la segunda región de Europa con más rotondas gracias a la especulación urbanística: una por cada 30 intersecciones | Noticias de Madrid
Spain· 2025-12-26
Miguel Álvarez will narrate the special bullfighting event.
¡Puerta! Teletica tendrá corridas de toros para celebrar la Anexión
Costa Rica· 2025-07-25
Miguel Álvarez is Tavo Man's manager, credited with keeping him focused on his music career.
Garifuna singer Tavo Man hails Grammy nomination as historic first | Music
United Kingdom· 2025-07-03
Miguel Álvarez, a chronicler of Guatemala City, discussed the Spanish tradition of wearing ceremonial attire during processions.
24 de los principales trajes de cucuruchos en Guatemala durante la Cuaresma y Semana Santa
Guatemala· 2025-03-20
Miguel Álvarez indicated that a significant moment in the Semana Santa celebration occurred in 1954.
Historia de una tradición entre la fe y el legado culturalGuatemala· 2025-03-14