Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
Cenote Xkeken lies inside a large development. Visitors must first visit the entrance gate to pay admission.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
There were many buildings built by the community in an effort to develop the cenotes as a destination, however, most of them sit empty.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
There's a bit of a walk to reach the cenote from the parking area and entrance gate.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
Cenote Xkeken is a small cavern.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
A natural opening lets the light stream in, illuminating the dim cavern area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
The cave walls show interesting formations.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
An adjacent cave outside the cenote can be entered and has the remains of a structure built into the edge of the cave.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/27/2019
Vendors line much of the walkway, and visitors will pass through this building lined with their clothes and crafts for sale.