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Hierve el Agua
Sports Recreation
4.6 (18696 reviews)
Ancient geological site featuring towering, waterfall-like rock formations, pools & springs.
Hierve el Agua, 70477 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
+52 951 502 1200
Did You Know?
Towering Cliffs
The rock formations at Hierve el Agua rise over 50 meters from the valley floor, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring landscape.
Ancient Formations
The waterfall-like rock formations at Hierve el Agua have been formed over thousands of years by the mineral-rich water flowing from the springs.
Rapid Mineralization
The mineral content of the water is so high that objects left in the pools can become covered in mineral deposits within a short period of time.
Mineral-Rich Waters
The water at Hierve el Agua is known for its rich mineral content, which is believed to have healing properties.
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