The natural wonders of this Region are innumerable and some of
the most important and unusual are the Cenotes,
or sinkholes. It is estimated that there are more than 6000 in
the Yucatan Peninsula, although only 2400 are
registered. The Mayans called them “dzonot”, which the
conquering Spaniards translated as Cenote.
Cenotes are magical, enigmatic and unique in the world and were
once the only resource for fresh,
sweet water in the local jungle.
They were the sacred places of the Mayas for that reason, but
also because they represented the entrance to the
underworld. The stalactites and stalagmites that form inside are
true natural works of art. In many, holes in the
ceiling allow the sunlight to filter, giving the scene a magical
feeling. The Cenotes are a natural treasure that
should be seen by all, keeping in mind that they should be
protected so that man does not destroy in a few days
what nature took millions of years to create. The many Cenotes
that are in the Riviera Maya are a good choice for
swimming, snorkeling and, for the more experienced, even diving.
Important:
Do not touch any of the funds and walls in the dive, and please
do not use suntan lotion before the bath as they
can seriously pollute the pristine waters of the cenotes,
destroying plant and animal species that are only found i
n them.
Recommendations:
Bring: swimsuit, sandals or sneakers, towel, insect repellent
(biodegradable), shirt and long pants if you are walking
through the jungle and snorkel if you don't want to rent it.
