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Bordered to the north by the United States and to the south by Belize and Guatemala, Mexico - the northernmost country in Latin America - is becoming increasingly interesting for European tourists due to its culture, history, beaches, and archaeological sites.
Balankanché (which means the ‘Throne of the Sacred Jaguar’) Cavern is a network of caves located in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. This cave network is situated near the famous site of Chichén Itzá, and was used by the Mayan civilization for religious ceremonies. It was re-discovered in modern times during the early 20th century and has subsequently been studied by scholars.