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ATM Cave Belize
In ancient Maya cosmology, vast subterranean cave systems—some stretching for many kilometers beneath the earth—were revered as sacred gateways to the underworld, known as Xibalba, the “Place of Fear.” This shadowy realm was believed to be ruled by malevolent deities and lords of death. The Maya viewed Xibalba with profound dread and believed that only through ritual offerings could these formidable gods be appeased.
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Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave
The ATM Cave, where Mayas performed ritual sacrifices is located in the heart of Belize near San Ignacio in the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve.
The Actun Tunichil Muknal cave, commonly known as "ATM", was first explored in the late 1980s. Its hourglass-shaped entrance is partially submerged, requiring passage through water. Just beyond the threshold lie the earliest traces of ceremonial offerings—snail shells—growing increasingly unusual and numerous deeper within. Approximately a quarter-mile inside rests the main chamber, where the skeletal remains of fourteen individuals can be found, including the famed calcified figure known as the Crystal Maiden.
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The ATM Cave Tour begins with a 45-minute hike through the jungle, leading to three river crossings that may require swimming or using ropes to navigate the current. Water levels are often high, so participants should expect to arrive at the cave entrance fully soaked. After gearing up with helmets and headlamps, the group enters the cave by swimming through its water-filled mouth. This journey offers a rare and challenging glimpse into the sacred world of the ancient Maya.
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