Jacob’s well in the USA – photo, description of a well in Texas, map
Looking at this work of nature, the phrase becomes clear – terribly beautiful. The entrance leading, perhaps, to the center of the planet. The crystal clear water of Jacob's Well creates the illusion of emptiness. Very beautiful, but creepy surprise of nature.
History of Jacob's Well
Sources, beating with colossal force from under the ground, for many centuries have carved out for themselves in the stone surrounding them an exit to the surface of the Earth. In the place of today's calm waters, a fountain 10 meters high was beating, but gradually the pressure of the water decreased, and in the second half of the 20th century, this abyss filled with water opened up to the human eye. A crevice with a diameter of about 4 meters in the middle of the Cypress Creek stream, which means Cypress Creek, reaches a depth of 10 meters. This source is named by analogy with Jacob's Well located in Israel and described in the Bible. Unlike the landmark of Texas, the biblical well was carved into the rock by a man. Here, nature itself presents life-giving moisture.
Well for tourists
Jacob's well attracts, fascinates many tourists with its mystery. The depth of the well makes its bottom inaccessible to sight. Therefore, it seems endless, and the water is so transparent that the illusion of emptiness is created. Adrenaline, wishing to jump into this abyss, is provided. This work of nature attracts both extreme sports enthusiasts and ordinary tourists. Artists love it very much. Against the backdrop of a paradise landscape, growing along the shore of cypresses, in the calm clear waters of the stream, this phenomenon suddenly arises. Despite the euphonious biblical name, it looks a little devilish. The perfect setting for a film about the mysteries of nature. Here you can shoot a jump into the unknown without stuntmen.
Not only lovers come to the well to dive into the crystal clear water and enjoy the flight into the void. From the coastal cliffs, this is quite easy to do. It is necessary to prepare the camera and find a convenient angle. Thanks to the unusual effect, a dizzying photo session is guaranteed. In the photographs, it seems that a person is jumping or walking towards his death. Many people think that this is a photomontage. The well itself is only the entrance to the labyrinth of underwater caves that have existed for many millennia. Underwater caves attract divers for whom unknown, unexplored places are better than any resorts. So far, only four caves are known. But this is because the well is very insidious and has already claimed the lives of several divers trying to unravel its secret.
The first cave, about seven meters in diameter, is located at a depth of about nine meters, so there is enough light for the growth of plants and the existence of fish. The passage to the next cave is quite narrow. This can be a trap for an inexperienced swimmer. The cave descends 20-25 meters deep. Further along the dark narrow corridor you can get into the third of the known caves. It is quite dark there, so it is difficult to see it properly and determine the dimensions.
The fourth cave is the most unexplored, so it was even given the name Virgin. It is the most dangerous of the four, because its bottom is completely composed of lime deposits. Any movement raises them from the bottom and it is impossible to find a way out in muddy water. The maximum depth to which the caves have been explored is about 40 meters. No one knows what's next, but despite the dangers, divers still do not give up hope to learn all the secrets of Jacob's Well.
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Myths of Jacob's Well
Like any inexplicable phenomenon, the Well is overgrown with legends. One of them says that if a person once jumps into this abyss, then quickly gets dressed, leaves and never comes back here again, then luck will turn to him. But the temptation to once again experience this feeling brings people back to this place again and again. The test of desire is not easy to pass.
Where is Jacob's Well
This unexplored miracle is located on the territory of Jacob's Well Natural Area near the town of Wimberli in the USA, Texas, Hejs County.
When is the best time to go
For a perfect trip, you need to plan the time of the year so that nothing overshadows your vacation. If your goal is not only to contemplate this natural phenomenon, but also to “jump into the abyss”, then it is best to visit Jacob's Well in the summer. The climate in these parts is mild, but in winter the temperature does not rise above 12°C. The most comfortable temperature for water procedures is from May to September. It should be borne in mind that in the Well the water is still from springs, that is, it is crystal clear, but cool. Where else can you swim in spring water and get a lot of impressions from contact with the secret of the Earth. You can book a hotel in Wimberley, but it is better to stay in the capital of Texas, Austin. There is something to see. Although it is the musical capital of the world, in hotels it is quite easy to check into a room within five minutes, even without booking.
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How to get to the Well
The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom, located 10 km from the capital of Texas, Austin. Here you can rent a car. Wimberley is 45 minutes from Austin. Jacob's Well can be reached by taxi from Wimberley. Travel time is only 5-7 minutes. Every Saturday at 10am there are free tours to the Well from Wimberley.
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