Off the coast of Central America, in Mexico’s Chetumal Bay, a vast, mysterious disc of deep blue stands out against the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico—a sight that has captivated even seasoned ocean scientists. Welcome to Taam Ja’, now recognized as the world’s deepest blue hole, whose full depths we still have yet to chart.
The Discovery of Taam Ja’: An Abysmal Wonder
Taam Ja’, named in the Mayan language for “deep waters,” measures about 330 feet wide (approximately 100 meters) and at least 1,380 feet (about 420 meters) deep. It sits near the border between Mexico and Belize, within the Chetumal Bay. Scientists from Ecosur, Mexico’s scientific research center, have not yet reached the bottom of this vast underwater chasm—but according to their research, announced April 29, 2023, they are confident it is the deepest blue hole on Earth discovered to date.
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