Dropping water levels from the drought in Mexico revealed something incredible

The Temple of Quechula is about the closest thing we have to a lost ruin of Atlantis.

Last month, a drought in Chiapas, Mexico, caused water levels in the Nezahualcoyotl reservoir to drop over 80 feet - revealing a mid-16th century church long-buried beneath the surface. Photos of the spectacular structure went viral online, and residents and tourists alike recruited local fisherman to row them out to the ruin.

As the dam gates close and the reservoir fills to a normal level, locals expect the church to sink back to its watery grave soon.

Photographer Jack Nelson and his family recently visited the Temple of Quechula to catch one last glimpse at the living time capsule. Nelson shared his photos exclusively with Tech Insider. Here's what happened on his maritime adventure.