The most famous hot springs in the Arab world.. for tourism, treatment and exploration

Written By رنا السيلاوي on 2022/08/20

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

Arab weather - Hot springs are considered one of the secrets of nature that God Almighty has harnessed to man, amazingly erupting from underground in more than one place in the world and in the Arab countries, high-temperature mineral water, visited by residents, residents and tourists for relaxation, medication and exploration, some of which broke a number record temperature, others have been flowing for centuries.

These are the most famous hot springs in some Arab countries:

1. The source of Moulay Yacoub in Morocco

Twenty kilometers from the city of Fez in the north of Morocco, is the village of Moulay Yacoub, from which springs hot mineral water from a depth of 1500 kilometers from the ground. The source is intended for Moroccans, foreigners and athletes to benefit from its water in treating diseases and relieving pain.

2. Ma'in Baths in Jordan

Ma'in Hot Springs is considered one of the most beautiful natural springs in the Middle East, located between Madaba and the Dead Sea, 58 kilometers south of Amman. Hot springs flow from the foot of the mountain in a series of waterfalls that form a variety of pools. It is said that Herod the Great had bathed in the waters of these healthy springs. The number of these springs reaches 63 springs at different temperatures, and they are distinguished by being rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium and calcium. The waters of these springs can be enjoyed at the "Maein Spa Resort", which is equipped with private swimming pools and a full-fledged health treatment center specializing in therapeutic health and massage.

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3. Bath of Maskhoutine and paper in Algeria

Hammam Al-Maskhoutine is located 25 kilometers from the capital of the state of Guelma in the east of the country. Its water is ranked second in the world in terms of temperature after the waters of the volcanoes of Iceland, and its temperature is 96 degrees Celsius and exceeds 6500 liters per minute.

In the state of Naama, southwest of Algeria, Hammam Warqa is located, the mineral bath and a destination for people with skin diseases, but because it is hot, its water is reduced by a special station to cool the groundwater.

4. Ain Atrous in Tunisia

Hot water sources are spread throughout Tunisia, the most famous of which is "Ain El Atrous", which belongs to the Phoenician era. It is characterized by being in the middle of the mountain and the sea, and its waters flow directly towards the sea, which cools the temperature up to 59 degrees at a speed of 39 liters per second. In this water there is a lot of sulfur and calcium, and elements such as magnesium, sodium, carbonate, potassium and fluorides, which makes it a cure for many diseases.

5. Ain Khatt in the United Arab Emirates

Ain Khatt sulfur water reaches a depth of 27 meters, with a constant temperature of about 40 degrees Celsius. Because of its high temperature and high mineral content, this water has medicinal and therapeutic benefits for skin diseases, rheumatic diseases and muscle problems. The springs site is made of limestone and consists of three springs. The Golden Tulip Spa Hotel offers a range of different treatments on site.

6. Ain Al Kasfa in the Sultanate of Oman

It is a natural hot spring water with a temperature of 54 degrees Celsius. Due to their sulfuric nature, these springs are known for their natural healing properties that include rheumatic and dermatological diseases. These springs attract locals, Arab and foreign tourists, and are among the beautiful natural sites that characterize the Sultanate.

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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