ATM Cave in Belize: National Geographic’s Top Sacred Spot

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Belize’s Actun Tunichil Muknal cave has topped a “Sacred Places of a Lifetime” list compiled by National Geographic, bolstering Belize’s reputation as one of the world’s best cultural tourism destinations.

National Geographic Features Belize’s Sacred Maya Caves

Actun Tunichil Muknal – Cave of the Stone Sepulcher (Belize Atm Cave)

“Mayanists, archaeologists, anthropologists and other researchers love the Maya caves of Belize because they contain such rich, well preserved examples of the Maya’s spiritual rituals. I think it’s great that we’re now seeing more mainstream interest in the caves as they really open up another aspect of this incredibly rich culture, ” Mr Awe said, adding that ATM tours through Chaa Creek are all conducted with the highest regard for safety, education and cultural respect for the Maya.

Chaa Creek a Trip Advisor Top 25 for 2012

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Over the years Chaa Creek has received numerous awards and accolades, and this new Trip Advisor recognition is particularly satisfying because it comes straight from international travellers themselves.

Chaa Creek’s National Geo nod as world’s best

Mayan ruins in Tikal, view of Temple I, Jaguar Temple, on the Gran Plaza, Yucatan, Guatemala, Central America

“To be recognised by National Geographic as one of the top ten destinations in the entire world, well, that pretty much says it all,” Chaa Creek owner and GM Lucy Fleming said. “As lifelong travellers and having been in adventure travel for over three decades, we naturally recognise National Geographic as the world’s top travel authority. To be recognised by an organisation and publication we hold in such high esteem is truly an honour.”