For a long time people who lived on the territory of South Korea , bathed in local hot springs with a curative and preventive purpose. If earlier they were ordinary reservoirs, now they are surrounded by comfortable hotels , water parks and baths. The hot springs of South Korea are especially attractive in the winter, when it becomes possible to bask in warm water, breathe the clean mountain air and enjoy the magnificent scenery.
Features of the hot springs of South Korea
Residents of this country with special trepidation refer to the reception of hot baths. This allows you to speed up the metabolism, get rid of fatigue and muscle pain. Especially popular in South Korea are hot springs, where you can have a great time with your family, friends and family. Next to many sources are working spa centers, where tourists and Koreans come for special procedures. There is also a large selection of sanatorium-resort complexes built in the immediate vicinity of the reservoirs. On the same principle, children's water parks work in which it is possible to combine bathing in hot baths and entertainment on water attractions.
The main advantage of hot springs in South Korea is the medicinal properties of mineral water. For a long time with its help Koreans treated neuralgic and gynecological diseases, skin infections and allergies. Now it's a great way to relieve the accumulated stress and relax from work. That is why many townspeople and tourists with the advent of weekends and holidays are heading towards popular resorts to relax and enjoy the beauty of local landscapes.
To date, the most famous hot springs of South Korea are:
- Anson;
- Togo;
- Suanbo;
- Pugok;
- Yuson;
- Choksan;
- Tonne;
- Ossek;
- Onyang;
- Pagham Oncheon.
Still there is a spa resort "Ocean Castle", located on the coast of the Yellow Sea. Here, in addition to hot tubs, you can swim in the pool with hydromassage equipment and enjoy the views of the sea shore. Art lovers prefer to visit another resort with hot springs of South Korea - "Spa Green Land". He is known not only for his healing water, but also for a large collection of paintings and sculptures.
Hot springs in the vicinity of Seoul
The main metropolitan attractions are the ancient palaces , modern skyscrapers and numerous entertainment centers. But in addition to them, Seoul has something to offer tourists:
- Incheon . Near the capital of South Korea are the hot springs of Ichon. They are filled with simple spring water, which has no color, smell and taste. But it contains a large amount of calcium carbonate and other minerals.
- Spa Plaza. Here in the vicinity of Seoul there is a water park Spa Plaza, which is broken near other sources of natural mineral water. Visitors to the complex can visit the traditional saunas or take a dip in the hot outdoor baths.
- Onyun. Resting in the capital, on weekends you can go to the most ancient hot springs of South Korea - Onyun. They began to be used about 600 years ago. There are documents in which it is indicated that King Sejong himself bathed in local waters, which ruled in 1418-1450. Local infrastructure includes 5 comfortable hotels, 120 budget motels, a huge number of swimming pools, modern and traditional restaurants. The water temperature in the Onyang springs is + 57 ° C. It is rich in alkalis and other elements useful to the body.
- Anson. Approximately 90 km from Seoul in Chhuncheonbuk province, there are other popular hot springs in Korea - Anson. It is believed that the local water helps to get rid of low back pain, colds and skin diseases.
Hot springs in the vicinity of Busan
The second largest city in the country is Busan , around which a large number of health resorts are also concentrated. The most famous hot springs of the northern part of South Korea are:
- Hosimchon. Around them was built a spa complex with 40 bath rooms and baths, which can be selected according to their age and physiological characteristics.
- Resort "Spa-Land". Located in Busan on the beach of Howende. Water in local sources is supplied from a depth of 1000 m and distributed over 22 baths. There are also Finnish saunas and saunas in Roman style.
- Jonson. In this part of South Korea there are also hot springs, shrouded in many legends. The reason for their popularity is not only a rich past and useful water, but also a convenient location, thanks to which tourists have no problems with the choice of the hotel.
- Chokshan. Finally in Busan you can visit the sources known for their bluish-green water. They are located at the foot of the Soraksan mountains , so provide an opportunity to relax in relaxing warm water and admire the beautiful mountain scenery.
Hot spring area in Asan
There are thermal spas outside the capital and Busan:
- Togo and Asan. In December 2008, in the vicinity of the South Korean city of Asan, a new hot springs zone was opened. This is a whole spa city, in which, in addition to baths with mineral water, there are theme parks, swimming pools, sports grounds and even condominiums. Local water is characterized by a comfortable temperature and a lot of useful properties. South Koreans like to come to this hot spring to relax with their family, relieve stress in the baths with warm water and admire the flowering of exotic flowers.
- The Paradise Spa Togo complex. It is located in the city of Asan. It was created at the hot springs, which many centuries ago were a favorite resting place for noble masters. Natural mineral water was used in procedures that were designed to heal from a variety of diseases and prevent others. Now these hot springs of South Korea are known not only for their medical baths, but also for various water programs. Here you can register for an aqua-yoga course, aqua-stretching or aqua dancing. In winter it is pleasant to soak up the bathroom with ginger, ginseng and other useful ingredients.