The underwater world is full of mysteries and secrets that mankind has yet to reveal. Almost any person can admire underwater beauties in our time, just go through diving courses.
Many resorts now offer this service for their vacationers, because scuba diving is now at the peak of popularity. Those who want to master the technique of scuba diving at any time can take this opportunity and explore the secrets of the seabed.
And if you are completely and irrevocably “sick” with diving, then know that there are places in the world that every self-respecting diver seeks to visit.
Introducing the 10 most incredible and amazing places on the planet, ideal for diving enthusiasts.
10. Underwater caves of Ginny Springs (USA)
This incredibly picturesque cave with the purest water is located in the United States, in the state of Florida.
A novice diver can also admire the beauties of this cave, as it is considered safe enough and no specific training is required to visit it.
9. Museo Subacuático de Arte (Mexico)
This museum has been around for almost 10 years. 403 sculptures are exhibited here, the size of a human height.
When creating the statues, materials were used that are often used to maintain coral activity. Among them, coral polyps are a part created by nature itself without human intervention. The mass of the entire structure is more than 180 tons.
The author's technology, owned by the sculptor Jason Taylor, allowed him to fix the statues in such a way that they were not demolished by the flow. Ready-made manuscripts were lowered to the bottom of the ocean on a two-ton basis.
8. The Big Blue Hole (Belize)
This place in the Atlantic Ocean, is located near the coast of a small Central American state.
Diving to the bottom here is quite difficult, so only divers with experience are allowed here.
They enjoy the gloomy painting of limestone caves, covered with stalactites, life-threatening craters formed by the tide, and the sight of bloodthirsty flocks of nanny sharks who have chosen this place for their purposes ...
7. Lake Huron (Canada)
This lake captures the territory of two states at once - Canada and the United States. The Canadian part of the lake is known for its picturesqueness. This land is covered with a beautiful mixed forest full of coniferous and deciduous aromas.
Before the Europeans arrived, the Indians lived here - the Indians, and the Hurons were the largest tribe. They called themselves "Vendat."
Immigrants from Europe pronounced this as “Wyandotes,” and among themselves they called the Indians Hurons, from the French “gure”, which means the severed head of a wild boar. This is due to the fact that the French considered it to be like a disheveled hairstyle of vendors.
6. Underwater Monument Yonaguni (Japan)
The underwater world of Yonaguni Island, located in Japan, is actually picturesque. Fans of diving are attracted by coral reefs and the diversity of the local underwater inhabitants. Therefore, there is nothing strange in the fact that an experienced diver Kihachiro Aratake discovered mysterious formations off the coast of the island.
In 1985, while exploring a new area, Kihachiro accidentally stumbled upon stone objects of strange shape and size. At first glance, they looked like step pyramids. The seabed researcher was so discouraged that he immediately informed the media and local authorities about it.
Since its inception, the Yonaguni complex has become a truly popular destination. The study of this area continues to this day.
5. Statue of Amphitrite (Cayman Islands)
If you ever dreamed of meeting a real mermaid, then you should visit the Cayman Islands. It is there that you can see the statue of Amphitrite - this is a statue of a mermaid, installed at a depth of about 6 meters. A bewitching sight!
4. Green Lake (Austria)
In Austria, in the small village of Tragös, surrounded on all sides by forests and mountains, there is a small lake, which, thanks to the rich green color of the water, was named Grüner See or Green Lake.
If you want to escape from the bustle of the city to a reserved place, just to sit on a bench or walk along a path along beautiful flower beds, then know that in this world there is such a place, only it is under water!
Here you can simply enjoy walking along a picturesque park and bridge, take selfies near colorful flower meadows and a small reservoir, and also re-read your favorite book while sitting on a convenient bench ...
However, with the onset of the first spring heat, you can walk only in scuba gear!
3. Sylphra (Iceland)
Many are interested in the question, why is the water in this place so transparent? First of all, the water here is very cold (from 2 ° C to 4 ° C all year round), as it is glacial water.
And, secondly, it is cleaned by passing through a porous underground lava for 30-100 years. The water of Sylphra is so pure that the diver can drink it during the dive without any fear.
2. "White Cave" (Mexico)
Sak-Aktun (“White Cave”) first attracted the attention of researchers back in 1987. Caves, in principle, were a very important place for the Maya Indians who once inhabited this territory.
In this place, archaeologists found fragments of cave paintings, dwellings and stairs, pottery and other artifacts.
Cavers tried to find out the length of this "underwater world." As a result, the total size of the “White Cave” was 259.5 km.
1. “Christ from the Abyss” (Italy)
Christ from the Abyss is a 2.5-meter-tall bronze statue. It is located in the Italian province of Liguria.
The statue is really impressive: the face of Christ and his hands are turned to heaven, as if he carries the word to all people and God.
This unusual underwater statue is very famous among diving enthusiasts. This place attracts divers from all over the world. In addition, in completely opposite parts of the world are copies of this monument, which have the same name as the original.