The peninsula of Yucatan is known for its incredible natural beauty. No wonder this is one of the most unique and little explored sights - Cenotes. These are the underground karst caves that are filled with the water. Cenotes have formed as a result of volcanic activity. In total there are about 2 400 cenotes on the territory of the peninsula. Many of them form a single complex with the underground rivers and lakes.
Some underground holes have long been known to and known by thousands of tourists. In some underground caves one can discover the wonderful beaches, and the others are popular with the divers. Many cenotes, which can be seen on the peninsula of Yucatan, are very old. The arches of some subterranean caves are gradually collapsing, making them a kind of deep wells. On the basis of such 'wells' there is water, so you can swim in it.
Since ancient times many beautiful legends are connected with the strange underground caves. Maya considered them to be the 'gateway to the realm of the dead.' Some caves were used for sacrifice and the other sacral rituals. One of the most beautiful cenotes - Sagrado - is located on the territory of the Chichén Itzá complex and is filled with the crystal blue water. Nearby is another popular Cenote - Ik-Kil, which also counts to the most visited cenotes. In some cenotes, which are easily accessible and open, there are always visitors. In order to enjoy the beauty of some other underground caves, you have to dive with the dive.
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Apotheek: 'Farmacias GI' in 35 km
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Railway station: 'Izamal' in 36 km
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» Cancun Airport CUN - in 227 km
» Isla Mujeres Airport IMU - in 246 km