
Beneath the Surface: The Hidden Story of Cenotes and Caves
Discover how cenotes and underwater caves in the Yucatán Peninsula were formed through limestone dissolution, sea level changes, and Ice Age cycles. This article explains the geological process of cave formation (speleogenesis) and the role of the halocline in shaping vast underground systems. Learn why cenotes are not only natural wonders, but also vital freshwater sources and records of Earth’s climate history.




