What is cenoty?

Cenotaph is a word derived from the Greek meaning "empty tomb" and refers to a monument that is built to honor individuals or groups whose remains are not actually buried at that location. Cenotaphs are often erected to commemorate people who have lost their lives in war, but they can also be erected for other reasons, such as to honor cultural or religious figures or to mark historic events. Cenotaphs can take many forms, from simple stone markers to more elaborate sculptures or buildings, and are often designed to symbolically represent the person or people being honored. Cenotaphs can be found all around the world, and many have become important cultural and historic landmarks.