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Group travel Mexico »The Agua Azul waterfall impresses with its bright blue cascades that flow over limestone rocks and form natural pools.
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The Agua Azul waterfalls in the state of Chiapas are one of the country's most impressive natural attractions. Agua Azul (meaning "blue water") consists of a series of smaller waterfalls that flow into basins and form pools. Agua Azul is located around 60 kilometres from Palenque. Over a length of more than 6 kilometres, turquoise-blue masses of water carve their way through the tropical rainforest. The waterfalls consist of a total of 500 individual cascades up to 6 metres high along the entire route. The surrounding rainforest was declared a protected biosphere reserve in 1980 and is home to many exotic animals such as anteaters, howler monkeys, ocelots, jaguars, tapirs and toucans.
✓ Breathtaking turquoise-blue cascades
✓ Nestled in a tropical rainforest
✓ Over 500 individual waterfalls
✓ Home to exotic animals such as jaguars
✓ Protected biosphere reserve since 1980
The main attraction is the impressive waterfalls, which stretch over 6 kilometres and consist of over 500 cascades. The turquoise-coloured water, which flows through limestone rocks, creates a picturesque backdrop and invites you to swim.
Natural pools and pools form at various points along the waterfalls, which are ideal for relaxing and swimming. The calm waters offer a welcome cool-down in the tropical climate.
There are well-marked hiking trails around the waterfalls that lead through the rainforest. These trails allow visitors to explore the flora and fauna of the region and enjoy the breathtaking views of the waterfalls.
Agua Azul offers numerous opportunities to observe animals. With a bit of luck, visitors can see exotic animals such as howler monkeys, ocelots and various bird species in their natural habitat.
There are numerous market stalls near the waterfalls selling local handicrafts, souvenirs and delicious regional dishes. Here, visitors can experience the culture of the region up close and take a piece of Chiapas home with them.
Look out for native animals such as howler monkeys, jaguars and colourful birds as you explore nature.
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the natural pools formed by the waterfalls.
Explore the picturesque hiking trails that lead through the surrounding rainforest and offer impressive views of the waterfalls.
Enjoy a picnic in nature, surrounded by the beauty of the waterfalls and the rainforest.
Take impressive photos of the turquoise-coloured waterfalls and the lush vegetation of the rainforest.
Browse the market stalls nearby to discover local crafts and regional specialities.
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The waterfalls of Agua Azul are formed by the Río Agua Azul. The minerals contained in the water, especially lime, give the river its spectacular turquoise-blue colour. The different cascades also form individual pools of water, each with a different blue colour. During the dry season, the pools range in colour from azure blue to emerald green. In the rainy season, however, the water is usually brown in colour due to the large amounts of rain.
Another effect of the minerals is that the river is shaped and changed by their deposition. A falling tree, for example, is immediately covered with minerals and over time becomes surrounded by a layer of rock.
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