Thursday, February 2, 2017

The Cenotes of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula

I chose this beautiful place because I came from there and looked at them in person.
The cenotes are natural swimming holes formed by the collapse of porous limestone, which has revealed a secret underground world of groundwater pools. Most cave caves have fresh water that has been meticulously filtered through the ground, making them so clear and pure that you can see directly through small fish that have fun in the vegetable life below. The outdoor cenotes also have clear water, and are often home to algae rich in vitamins and minerals that nourish and protect your skin. Underwater photographers will be thrilled with the clear waters, which allow aquatic-playground shots in high-definition clarity.The Mayans revered cenotes because they were water sources in dry times; The name cenote means 'sacred well'. Mayans settled villages around these spiritual wells and believed that they were the portal to speak with the gods. Today you can still see why the cenotes held the Mayans in awe. Swimming in the pristine waters feels like stepping into prehistory, where giant tropical trees and vines from wild cathedral walls leading up to shafts of sunlight.

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