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If you are trying to find intriguing destinations for gay travel, there is no shortage of interesting locations to choose from. If you enjoy the beach and water, the rich coasts of Mexico provide a number of incredible travel opportunities.

But, there is more than just the ocean if you’re looking for water fun in Mexico. Many visitors enjoy the interesting and unique experience of a Yucatan Cenote vacation.

A Cenote is a naturally occurring sinkhole carved out of subterranean caverns. It is part of a vast underground network of rivers and caves, which are located about 60 feet below the earth’s surface. These age old caverns are striking and almost mythical in their beauty.

Cenotes were formed in a process that took many thousands of years as caves and caverns collapsed to create sinkholes that become receptacles for water runoff. This provided a source of fresh water for the ancient Maya people in places with limited supplies of fresh water.

Cenotes were also the site of ancient spiritual rituals, and were considered the portal for the human spirit to enter the afterlife. Because of this, they were maintained in pristine condition, and thus have been able to survive into modern times.

Now, some may look at words such as underground and subterranean and think Cenotes embody dark, foreboding environments that would hardly present a fun vacation destination. Actually, it is the exact opposite that is true.

Cenote vacations are quite fun, with plenty of excitement to offer to travelers. There are thousands of them in the region, and the Yucatan Caves and Cenotes are some of the most spectacular and unique destinations for discriminating travelers.

There are a number of reasons you should consider a visit to a Yucatan Cenote. The clear waters of the caves are some of the most beautiful to see and experience in all of Mexico.

These waters are completely free of currents making them quite relaxing and placid. The temperatures of the waters reach and average of 75 degrees making them significantly enjoyable to bask in. Such benefits are next to impossible to find in lakes and waters on the surface world and that makes a trip to a Cenote an original vacation concept.

Before rushing off to visit a Cenote, you’ll want to do a bit of research ahead of time. After all, with thousands of Cenotes in the area, you’ll want to choose the right location for your vacation needs.

When you visit a Cenote, come prepared to enjoy the wonderful sights you’ll see on the way. To get to your destination, you’ll walk down historic foot paths that are centuries old, and the rock formations that you’ll enjoy are millennia old. So, don’t rush past them to your destination; instead take some time to soak in the almost surreal, historic sights.

You may also want to consider joining a tour group as a guided tour of the Cenote may prove quite fun, enjoyable, and memorable.