Today I went to the near-by cenote X'Keken and Samula. This is the first time I've been to one, let alone swimming in one, and it's like nothing I've experienced. The temperature feel warmer than above ground, and water temperature was just right for swimming, I wonder if it is artificially adjusted. Some lighting effects are added, and I like it. When I arrived I was the only one there. It was a little intimidating at first to jump into the water, not knowing what will happen. Birds are flying above the ceilings, and black gold fish all over the underground lake. I forced myself not to think too much and jump into the water. It was such a wonderful experience swimming with the little fish, especially all alone! Later few tourists came down and ended my moment with the fish. It was too bad my minor cold is back so I didn't allow myself to stay in the water for too long.
After that I went to the San Bernadino cathedral nearby my hostel. I paid 30 pesos to see the "special" area. It was a pleasant visit and I didn't regret paying for it. It's fascinating to know that a cenote is underneath the church. And all the ancient looking wall and hide-away passage always gives these old buildings a mysterious and intriguing feel.
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