Hierve el Agua, Natural mineral springs and rock formation in San Lorenzo Albarradas, Mexico.
Two calcified waterfalls rise 50 meters above the valley floor, creating white stone formations that resemble frozen cascades from the mountainside.
The Zapotec civilization engineered an irrigation system at this location over 2500 years ago, demonstrating their advanced agricultural knowledge.
Local indigenous communities of San Lorenzo Albarradas and San Isidro Roaguia maintain traditional practices while managing this natural formation.
Mineral pools at the top of the formation allow visitors to swim while observing the surrounding mountains and valleys of Oaxaca.
The springs continuously deposit calcium carbonate, creating natural infinity pools and terraces along the cliff edges.
Location: San Lorenzo Albarradas
GPS coordinates: 16.86552,-96.27600
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:19
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