A cenote (English: / sɪˈnoʊti / or / sɛˈnoʊteɪ /; Latin American Spanish: [seˈnote]) is a natural pit, or sinkhole, resulting when a collapse of limestone bedrock exposes groundwater.

Jan 21, 2025 · Cenotes take shape over thousands of years as rainwater seeps into the bedrock below the surface. As it pools and seeks its own level, the water creates underwater lakes or rivers, …

Jun 26, 2023 · Cenote Sambula is arguably the most spectacular cenote in the region, a startlingly beautiful place to visit, where the turquoise water shimmers in the rays of sunshine that creep …

Jun 20, 2025 · A cenote is a natural hole, pool, or cave caused by the collapse of limestone that is then filled with groundwater. That’s why cenotes can come in various shapes and it’s fun visiting different …

Nov 11, 2025 · Cenotes are magical natural formations that captivate visitors with their stunning beauty and unique geological features. Found mainly in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, cenotes are …

Nov 7, 2025 · But with thousands of cenotes to choose from, how do you decide which cenote to visit on a trip to Mexico? To help you out, I have compiled this guide with my 15 top picks of cenotes in …

Jul 29, 2025 · Cenotes are natural sinkholes that reveal crystal clear underwater worlds beneath Mexico’s surface and some have stood untouched for thousands of years. Yet over 6,000 cenotes …

Cenotes are an incredible way to get up close and personal with Mexico’s natural beauty. They are natural subway pools filled with fresh water that has been filtered through limestone deposits for …

cenote, (from Maya dz’onot), natural well or reservoir, common in the Yucatán Peninsula, formed when a limestone surface collapses, exposing water underneath. The major source of water in modern and …

A cenote is a natural sinkhole or pit that forms when limestone bedrock collapses, exposing the groundwater underneath. Cenotes are predominantly found in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico but …