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Public bathing isn’t quite so popular anymore, but there are still a number of wonderful bathhouses and geothermal hot springs where you can don your bathing suit and enjoy the healing powers of warm mineral waters or traditional massages. Here are 6 of the best in the world!
Cagaloglu Hamam
Address: Alemdar Mh., Cağaloğlu Hamamı Sk. 34, Fatih, Turkey
This historic bathhouse was built around 1741 by Sultan Mahmut I, and it was the last hamam built by the Ottoman Empire. The bathhouse has a grand feel with huge arched ceilings and ornamental decorations. Cagaloglu Hamam listed it in the book 1,000 Places to See Before You Die
Takaragawa Onsen
Address: 1899 Fujiwara, Minakami, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture 379-1721, Japan
Japan is famous for its hot springs, or onsen, and Takaragawa Onsen is one of the most scenic spas in the country. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and trees, folklore says the large-capacity spa with baths located off the Takaraga stream heal the body with their magical waters.
Sanduny Banya
Address: Neglinnaya St, 14, стр.3-7, Moscow, Russia, 107031
Russia’s oldest and most luxurious public bathhouse, founded in 1808, its eight bathing rooms are each decorated in a unique style, from Russian fairy tales to Roman-style. Don’t miss a chance to rejuvenate your soul in this historic bathhouse.
Gellért Baths and Spa
Address: Budapest, Kelenhegyi út 4, 1118 Hungary
In 1934, Budapest was called the Spa City because its numerous spas and popular public bathing culture. Gellért Baths and Spa, which opened in 1919, is one of the most popular baths for visitors. It is decorated with beautiful mosaics, stained glass windows, and sculptures.
The Blue Lagoon
Address: Black Lava Fields, Grindavik, Iceland
The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most popular tourist destinations and one of the 25 wonders of the world. The water, which ranges from 98-102° Fahrenheit, 37-39° Celsius, is rich in minerals like salts, sulfurs, and silica mud. These minerals, along with algae, give the water its glowing milky blue-green color.
Terme di Saturnia
Address: Loc. Follonata, 58014 Saturnia, Manciano GR, Italy
Saturnia’s geothermal springs are said to have been created by the god Jupiter when he threw lighting bolts to the earth. Today anyone can enjoy the therapeutic waters. The site includes two waterfalls and a group of pools that stay at around 98° Fahrenheit, or 37.5° Celsius.
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JOMOO Massage Bathtub
Although the scenic spots are fabulous, you may have a bath only when traveling to these. Is it possible to enjoy a bath like SPA or hot spring at home? With JOMOO Massage Bathtub, the answer is yes!
Powerful Water Massage
Featuring continuous water-power massage, it can produce an oxygen-rich and comfortable spa, continuously massaging all parts of the body, making muscles relaxed, improving elasticity and reducing soreness. (One drawback is that it can be so relaxing that you may lose the motivation to travel.
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Have a try?
Source: culturetrip
