From lost ancient cities to the world’s largest underwater theme park, these man-made dive sites are sure to intrigue
At Atlas & Boots, we’ve dived some astonishing sites, from Steve’s Bommie in the Great Barrier Reef to the Sonesta plane wrecks in Aruba. We’re pretty hopeless at fish identification, so when it comes to diving, unless it’s a truly amazing reef system, we’re generally more interested in diving something new or unique (like an airplane or bommie).
Enter the man-made dive site. We’ve scoured the Internet in search of videos of some of the most curious artificial dive sites out there – every one of which has now been added to our diving bucket list.
Man-made dive sites
From historic cities that have crashed into the ocean to artificial exhibitions installed beneath the sea, these surreal man-made dive sites are utterly fascinating.
1. Museo Subacuatico de Arte, Mexico
In 2009, MUSA (Museo Subacuático de Arte), a monumental underwater contemporary museum of art was created in Cancún’s aquamarine waters in Mexico.
The project comprises over 500 permanent life-size sculptures and is one of the world’s largest underwater artificial art attractions. There are two galleries to explore. The first is eight meters deep and suitable for both divers and snorkellers and the second is four meters deep and only for snorkelling.
Cancún, known for its powdery white-sand beaches, Maya culture and outdoor pursuits, is in southeast Mexico – among the world’s most visited destinations. We suggest staying in one of Iberostar’s luxury resorts in Mexico and spending some time soaking up the Cancún fun and flavours at a leisurely pace.
2. Parco Archeologico Sommerso di Baia, Italy
To the west of Naples lies the Underwater Archaeological Park of Baia, one of the world’s few underwater archaeological parks. Visitors can dive among a slew of old statues from Baia, a Roman resort city which for centuries catered to the recreational whims of the rich and powerful Roman elite.
However, the hedonism didn’t last as invading Saracens sacked the city in the 8th century. By the 16th century, the remains of the formerly luxurious town had been abandoned and eventually gave way to the sea.
Baia is around 25km (5.5mi) from the ancient city of Naples, the…
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