Ik Kil

sinkhole in Yucatán

#6 in Yucatán / #65 in Mexico

by Shinya Suzuki

/ CC BY 2.0

Ik Kil is a stunning cenote located in the northern part of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, near the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. This natural sinkhole is about 26 meters deep and has a diameter of approximately 60 meters. The cenote is famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and lush vegetation that surrounds it, creating a picturesque and serene environment. Visitors can swim in the refreshing waters, and there are even carved stairways and platforms that make access easy.

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