#OnThisDay 1973: "We'd come to this cove to witness one of the most dangerous sights in the world." Blue Peter's John, Val and Pete were in Mexico watching the incredible cliff divers of La Quebrada. | BBC Archive

They Dive From 135 Feet... Into Crashing Waves 🌊🇲🇽 La Quebrada in Acapulco is home to one of Mexico’s most jaw-dropping traditions - cliff divers launching from 135 feet into a narrow inlet with just 13 feet of water. They’ve been doing it since 1934, some even diving at night with torches in hand. We got to see it in person, and it was absolutely incredible! It's easily one of the most unforgettable experiences we’ve ever witnessed. #laquebrada #acapulcocliffdivers #visitmexico #mexicobucket

CLIFF DIVING, ACAPULCO 🇲🇽 The La Quebrada Cliff Divers are a group of professional high divers, based in Acapulco, Mexico. They perform daily shows for the public, which involve diving 30 or 41 meters (98 or 135 feet) from the cliffs of La Quebrada into the sea below. The depth of water in the "Gulch" can vary from 4.8 to 5.8 meters (16 to 19 feet) depending on the waves.[1] The width of the channel varies from 12.8 to 14.6 meters (42 to 48 feet). Timing is crucial for the divers. During the n

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