Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula has the world's largest underwater cave system, a subterranean network that includes over 2,400 cenotes. Considered sacred places by the Maya, cenotes are natural sinkholes and an iconic feature of the Yucatán landscape. Absolutely stunning in their natural beauty, these freshwater pools are an integral part of the culture and identity of the region. But they are also under threat from man-made pollution, with swift action needed to safeguard their future.
Are you interested in learning more about these mystical wonders the Maya called "sacred eyes of water"? Click through and dive deeper into the ancient sinkholes known as cenotes.