Ankara has been hiding a treasure underground for centuries. We are referring to subterranean thermal springs, known from the Roman and Seljuk times. The city features 37 thermal centers. In this sense, Ankara is one of the richest cities in T\u00fcrkiye for spa tourism; as well, T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most equipped thermal facilities are here. The most important centers in the area are K\u0131z\u0131lcahamam, Haymana and Aya\u015f Karakaya.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is believed that the <\/span>hot spring<\/span> waters in this area, at an average temperature of 47 degrees, are beneficial for liver, kidney, stomach, intestine, respiratory tract, skin, heart and blood circulation disorders. The common feature of these three spas is that the waters are drinkable. It is also alleged that drinking these waters can cure stomach, intestine, pancreas, liver, kidney and gall bladder disorders.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n For Ankara residents, these thermal centers offer a quick and easy holiday. For visitors from other areas of T\u00fcrkiye or from abroad, we suggest a visit to Ankara while you\u2019re in the region. For more information about Ankara\u2019s charms, see our <\/span>Ankara city guide<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Afyon has T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s hottest thermal spring waters \u2013 reaching a temperature of more than 60 degrees. As one of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most important spa tourism centers, Afyon has 22 thermal facilities, the most prominent of which are Sand\u0131kl\u0131, Gazl\u0131g\u00f6l and Heybeli. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is believed that the waters of these three springs are effective in addressing rheumatic diseases, calcification, disruptions in the heart and circulatory system, and skin, bone and gynecological disorders, as well as kidney and liver diseases. Sand\u0131kl\u0131 is distinctive for its world-renowned warm mud bath facilities. It is said that mud baths are helpful for respiratory tract infections, psychological disorders and skin diseases. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n To reach Afyon and enjoy the area\u2019s health and thermal tourism centers, you can buy a <\/span>ticket to K\u00fctahya.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n An open-air, <\/span>natural hot spring<\/span> located in Keramet village of Bursa.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n The numerous thermal centers in Bursa are said to have healed the emperors, queens and sultans of the Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman eras. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n The healing waters of Bursa, which provides service with 27 thermal centers, are alleged to be helpful in treating physical conditions, as well as mental illnesses. These physical ailments include rheumatic syndromes, chronic inflammation, gynecological disorders and vascular occlusions. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n The historic Oylat Thermal Springs are the city\u2019s most preferred health and thermal tourism center.\u00a0Located near the \u0130neg\u00f6l district, the Oylat waters are drinkable; consuming the waters are said to be effective in the treatment of obesity. It is also believed that Oylat hot spring waters are helpful in addressing hardening, calcification and severe pain in the knees. If you plan a winter weekend at Bursa\u2019s hot springs, definitely visit Uluda\u011f, featuring T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most famous ski resorts. <\/span>Discover Bursa<\/span><\/a>\u00a0without wasting time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n2. For the hottest waters: Thermal springs in Afyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n3. For hot springs that soothe body and spirit: Thermal springs in Bursa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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