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Secret places in Yucatan

The Yucatan region contains numerous unknown sites. The Maya ruins, cenotes, and historic buildings showcase the region's history and culture. The nature reserves and traditional villages display local life.

Calcehtok Caves
Calcehtok Caves

Calcehtok, Yucatan, Mexico

The cave system spans multiple underground levels containing geological formations and archaeological findings from the Maya period.

Ek Balam
Ek Balam

Temozon, Yucatan, Mexico

The archaeological site contains pyramids, plazas and wall paintings from the Classic Maya period between 600 and 900 CE.

Xlacah Cenote
Xlacah Cenote

Dzibilchaltun, Yucatan, Mexico

The natural water pool measures 100 meters in length with a depth of 44 meters and sits next to Maya ruins.

Hacienda Sotuta de Peon
Hacienda Sotuta de Peon

Tecoh, Yucatan, Mexico

The restored hacienda demonstrates the sisal production process using original 19th century machinery.

Izamal Monastery
Izamal Monastery

Izamal, Yucatan, Mexico

The Franciscan monastery stands on the foundation of a Maya pyramid. The yellow facade of the building is visible from afar.

Homun Cenotes
Homun Cenotes

Homun, Yucatan, Mexico

This group of natural water caves provides access to underground freshwater pools. The clear water reaches depths of 40 meters.

Mayapan Archaeological Site
Mayapan Archaeological Site

Tecoh, Yucatan, Mexico

This 13th-century Maya city contains over 4000 structures within its city walls, including temples and palaces.

Oxkintok Ruins
Oxkintok Ruins

Maxcanu, Yucatan, Mexico

The Maya ruins include a tunnel system and several building groups from different architectural periods between 300 and 1000 CE.

Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve
Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve

Ria Lagartos, Yucatan, Mexico

This nature reserve hosts large populations of pink flamingos, mangroves and freshwater lagoons with numerous bird species.

Cuzama Cenotes
Cuzama Cenotes

Cuzama, Yucatan, Mexico

Three underground water pools connected by an old railroad track with hand carts from the sisal production era.

Santa Barbara Cenotes
Santa Barbara Cenotes

Homun, Yucatan, Mexico

These three cenotes offer clear waters for swimming. Stairs and lighting facilitate access to the caves.

Uxmal Archaeological Site
Uxmal Archaeological Site

Santa Elena, Yucatan, Mexico

This Maya complex displays geometric patterns and masks of rain god Chaac on building facades from the 7th century.

Labna Archaeological Site
Labna Archaeological Site

Labna, Yucatan, Mexico

This Maya city displays notable examples of Puuc architecture with decorated stone ornaments and geometric patterns on facades.

Xkeken Cenote
Xkeken Cenote

Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico

Underground water reservoir with natural lighting through ceiling openings. Mineral formations hang from the cave ceiling.

Kabah Archaeological Site
Kabah Archaeological Site

Kabah, Yucatan, Mexico

The Palace of Masks contains 250 stone representations of rain god Chaac with curved nose and rows of teeth.

Cenote Yokdzonot
Cenote Yokdzonot

Yokdzonot, Yucatan, Mexico

A 45 meter deep natural well with swimming opportunities. Wooden walkways lead to water and cables enable jumps.

Sisal Village and Beaches
Sisal Village and Beaches

Hunucma, Yucatan, Mexico

This former commercial port features long sandy beaches and clean waters in an uncrowded setting.

Cenote Kankirixche
Cenote Kankirixche

Abalá, Yucatan, Mexico

An underground cave with turquoise water and notable limestone formations created by natural erosion.

Dzibilchaltún National Park
Dzibilchaltún National Park

Merida, Yucatan, Mexico

The park contains Mayan ruins, a museum and a large cenote, surrounded by native vegetation.

Balamku Ruins
Balamku Ruins

Calakmul, Campeche, Mexico

This Mayan archaeological site displays preserved stone reliefs and architectural elements from the Classical period.

Cenote Xcanche
Cenote Xcanche

Ek Balam, Yucatan, Mexico

A secluded cenote near Ek Balam offering rappelling, zip-lining, and swimming facilities in a serene environment.

Cenote Samula
Cenote Samula

Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico

An underground cenote with a single opening at the top that lights up the clear waters and root systems below.

Grutas de Loltun
Grutas de Loltun

Oxkutzcab, Yucatan, Mexico

Extensive cave networks featuring impressive stalactites and stalagmites, as well as archaeological artifacts.

Hacienda Yaxcopoil
Hacienda Yaxcopoil

Yaxcopoil, Yucatan, Mexico

One of the most important rustic haciendas that represents the henequen era, now turned into a museum.

Muna Town
Muna Town

Muna, Yucatan, Mexico

The town stands on a hill and features regional cuisine, local crafts and viewpoints over the surrounding area.

Cenote Zaci
Cenote Zaci

Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico

This cenote within Valladolid city has a partially open ceiling and a stairway path leading to the water.

X'Camat Ikil Cenote
X'Camat Ikil Cenote

Pisté, Yucatan, Mexico

This deep cenote near Chichen Itza has vines on its walls and natural light from above.

Cenote Noh Mozon
Cenote Noh Mozon

Pixyah, Yucatan, Mexico

This cenote features a natural waterfall and dense vegetation. The water is clear and cool.

Río Lagartos
Río Lagartos

Yucatán, Mexico

The fishing village contains a saltwater lagoon with crocodiles and numerous water birds, including pink flamingos.

El Castillo
El Castillo

Calakmul, Mexico

This Mayan stone pyramid reaches 45 meters in height and served as a temple. The architecture displays typical Mayan construction features.