The name hot spa is somewhat self-defining. Hot springs are pools containing hot water, and as we know, nature has its own ways of doing heating, cooling and whatever it wants to do. Technically speaking, hot springs form as a result of geothermally heated groundwater rising to the surface of the earth. There are many hot springs visited by people. Let's take a look at 10 natural hot springs around the world.
10. Deception Island Hot Springs
Deception Island is located near Antarctica and is one of the safest harbors in Antarctica. The island is the caldera of an active volcano and there are hot springs in many parts of the island. These hot springs are among the most fascinating hot springs in the world. The temperature of the water in these hot springs is variable. While some hot springs are icy cold, many can reach temperatures as high as 70°C.
9. Cascate del Mulino, Italy
Cascate del Mulino is located outside the city of Saturnia in Tuscany, Italy. Naturally carved stone springs filled with 37 °C heat, with waterfalls rising upwards from their sources with rich sulfur and other minerals, are lined up one after another downwards. This natural hot spring is close to the famous spa resort Terme di Saturnia, which is more ascetic and beautiful.
8. Bloody Pond Hot Springs, Japan
Bloody Pond Hot Springs is located in Japan. It takes its name from the "hellish" red color of the hot spring water due to its high iron content and the steam constantly emitted by the hot water. This is one of the "hells" or Jigoku, or nine magnificent natural hot springs, in Beppu, Japan . ''Bloody Pond Hell'' is considered the most beautiful of these nine.
7. Minerva Terrace, USA
Minerva Terrace, located in Mammoth Hot Springs, is located in Yellowstone Park in the United States. This is one of the most exclusive natural hot springs in the world. The water is trapped between the hills of travertine deposits. Not only does the limestone line the paths around the springs, it creates a dramatic effect by creating an elevated, walkable platform and offering tourists an impressive view of the terraces.
6. Takaragawa Onsen, Japan
Takaragawa Onsen , or hot pool, is one of the most magnificent natural hot springs on earth. Perched among the Japanese mountains with a scenic riverside setting, this hot spring is located in Japan. Onsen's water has healing properties, such as nervous disorders, blood circulation problems, aching muscles and joints, skin irritations, etc. It is said to be effective on issues. These are the reasons behind the huge popularity of this spa.
5. Brahmakund Hot Springs, India
Brahmakund hot springs are located in the city of Rajigir in the state of Bihar, India . Derived from seven different springs or Saptadhara originating from the Saptparni Cave, the waters of Rajgir hot springs have healing properties thanks to their rich mineral content. In addition, hot springs are sacred for Hindus, Buddhists and Jainists. The hot springs here have separate spa areas for men and women.
4. Large Prismatic Hot Spring Lake
The Great Prismatic Hot Springs Lake is one of the thousands of hot springs in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, USA. The boiling lake formed in the hot spot has mineral-rich water. Due to the bacteria at the edges of the water, the vivid colors of the lake are reflected by an optical prism, just like a rainbow distribution of chlorophyll, carotenoids, temperature, etc. varies from red to green depending on factors.
3. Dominica's Boiling Lake
Dominica's Boiling Lake is in the Lesser Antilles region of the Caribbean Sea. It is the second largest natural hot spring in the world and is located in the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Surrounded by high hills, the greyish-blue water of the lake is in a constant state of undulating boiling and bubbling to produce a cloud of steam that envelops the lake.
2. Frying Pan Lake, New Zealand
Waimangu Cauldron is the obsolete name for Fried Pan Lake. This lake is located in the Eco Crater of New Zealand 's Waimangu Volcanic Rift. With a maximum width of 200m, this is the largest natural hot spring in the world. The water of this hot spring is naturally acidic and contains a temperature of 50-60 °C. The hot spring is among the wheelchair-friendly trails in Waimangu.
1. Pamukkale, Türkiye
Of course, the hot springs and travertines in Turkey 's Denizli province are a rare site. There are 17 terraces here, each with mineral-rich water, forming endless pools of their own. This UNESCO World Heritage site has some of the most unique natural hot springs in the world. The blue water against the white stones makes the hot spring ice cold.
Natural hot springs around the world offer you a wonderful and mysterious view. Some hot springs have steam coming to the surface, many of them are located among views that will be good for your eyes. More importantly, the waters in these hot springs are rich in minerals, and these moderately hot waters attract the attention of people who want to enjoy a nice, hot bath in the middle of nature and possibly come back with better health.
