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Cenotes - album - was created on 2011-10-25.
No, cenotes are primarily found in Mexico, particularly in the Yucatán Peninsula, where they are natural sinkholes filled with water. However, Peru has other types of natural water formations, such as lagoons and rivers, but it does not have cenotes. The geological conditions that create cenotes are not present in Peru.
The Mayans believed cenotes were a way to communicate with the gods
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Many Mayan cities were built near cenotes, which served as vital water sources. Notable cities that featured cenotes include Chichen Itza, where the Sacred Cenote is located, and Tulum, which has several nearby cenotes. Other significant sites like Coba and Ek' Balam also had access to cenotes, reflecting their importance in Mayan culture and daily life. These natural sinkholes were often used for ritual purposes and as sources of freshwater.
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The parts of the United States of American that are at most risk from cenotes are the Atlantic Seaboard states. These states experience great devastation from the breeding patterns of these insects.
The Yucatan peninsula is known for having numerous cenotes, which are natural sinkholes formed by the collapse of limestone bedrock. These cenotes are popular for swimming, snorkeling, and diving due to their crystal-clear waters.