Deserts are characterized by their unique geography and are known for being sparsely populated, making them inherently mysterious places.

Despite this, people have been exploring these areas since ancient times. From the largest Sahara desert on earth to other areas of the desert, these regions continue to fascinate us. Today, we will focus on a very mysterious desert located in the Americas, where many mysterious events have taken place.

Mexico's Chihuahuan Desert is our protagonist today, and it is the largest desert in Mexico, covering almost 240,000 square kilometers. In other words, the Chihuahuan Desert occupies 1/10 of the total area of Mexico, which is similar to the area of the United Kingdom across the ocean.

Temperatures in this area are high throughout the year, with average highs of nearly 30 degrees Celsius and lows of around 10 degrees Celsius.

The dryness of the Chihuahuan Desert is primarily due to the mountain ranges that stretch from east to west. These mountains block the humid air currents that flow from the Gulf of Mexico to the Pacific Ocean.

Only during the summer months, some humid air flows through the mountains on either side, bringing some rainfall to the Chihuahuan Desert. Such seasonal rainfall and other surface water infiltrate downward, creating a vast desert groundwater resource.

The miners once discovered a mysterious cave deep underground in the desert, about 300 meters deep. It is known as the Crystal Cave, where there are nearly 200 giant crystal pillars, with the largest one being more than ten meters long.

However, entering the cave is not easy. The crystal cave is at a temperature of up to 44 degrees Celsius, and the humidity is more than 90%, making it necessary to wear special protective clothing. To protect the crystal in the cave, iron gates have been installed, and entry is generally not allowed.

Another mystery is the mystery of the dry bodies that occurred in 2009 when the local police dug up 14 dry bodies and skulls in one part of the desert. The strangest thing is that the location where the bodies were hidden was provided by someone who called anonymously.

Although the specific identity of these people has not been determined, it is speculated that they may be related to the local criminal organization firefight. This incident is another well-known mystery in the Chihuahuan Desert, adding another layer of intrigue to the area.

As we mentioned above, there is a considerable amount of underground water under the Chihuahuan Desert. There are many underground springs in the Quatro Senegal Valley, creating a rare inland desert swamp.

What is even more interesting is that there are hundreds of species of fish and reptiles living in these springs, making it an "animal paradise" in the Chihuahuan Desert.

The Chihuahuan Desert is one of the most mysterious places in the world. With its unique terrain, crystal caves, dry bodies, and desert swamps, this region is shrouded in mystery and intrigue.

While it remains largely unexplored, it continues to captivate the imagination of adventurers and explorers around the world.

The Chihuahuan Desert