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Healthy relaxation at the thermal baths of Turkey

Out of the millions of tourists coming into Istanbul and Turkey each year, a considerable amount is focused on one thing only: Their health. That’s right, some folks actually care less about the rich history and culture. Instead, they seek affordable, quality health care and treatment, which makes Turkey one of the major players in health tourism. Turkey owes this reputation first and foremost to her miraculous thermal baths and hot springs. Blessed with many natural resources, Turkey boasts world-class resorts around its thermal baths. Pamukkale in Denizli is perhaps the most famous one, thanks to its pristine white travertine terraces. Offering ultimate healing and relaxation, these resorts and locations are spread all around Turkey with some of them quite close to big cities like Istanbul and Izmir. Here are just a few others that are easily accessible. Even if you are in top shape, a relaxing thermal bath and spa treatment at one of these places should be the top priority of any Turkish holiday.

Sapanca, Sakarya

Healthy relaxation at the thermal baths of Turkey

If you are in Istanbul for a short visit and looking for a quick place to go for relaxation, nature and healing, then this is the perfect option for you. Sapanca, within the Sakarya province, is just two hours from Istanbul and is easily accessible either by car or the cheaper option of trains departing from Pendik. There are many luxury hotels providing thermal baths and spa services. Most of them are very close to the Sapanca Lake, which is one of the most calming lakes in Marmara Region. You will enjoy the great nature and warming waters which will renew you. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Sapanca as this place keeps its eternal beauty while attracting lots of investors interested in Turkish properties and luxury investment by the lake.

Yalova

Healthy relaxation at the thermal baths of Turkey

Another very accessible thermal paradise is Yalova, only 45 minutes from Istanbul by ferry. You can board the ferry either from Yenikapı or Pendik. Don’t forget to make your reservation in advance, since many locals have their summerhouses around Yalova and it gets very busy especially in summer. Once you get there, you will surely enjoy your vacation in Yalova’s incredible nature and relaxing environment. It is also worth visiting Erikli waterfall and Dipsiz Lake. You will also encounter many other foreigners from the Gulf countries, who have decided to live and invest in Turkey. Yalova’s proximity to Istanbul and its famous thermal baths have transformed this resort town into the hub for some of the most sought-after Turkish properties.

Agamemnon, İzmir

Healthy relaxation at the thermal baths of Turkey

İzmir may be the gateway to the history, culture and natural beauties of southwestern Turkey, but be sure to spend a few days in the city as well. Especially take time to relax at the historical thermal baths of Agamemnon in the Balçova area. This newly developing area has the richest geothermal resources in the area. Here, you can even find luxury homes for sale that already have geothermal heating installed. Two high quality resorts surround the baths and the professional physical treatment units offer healthy relaxation. 

Bursa 

Healthy relaxation at the thermal baths of Turkey

Bursa, the historical city where Ottoman Empire was founded, is today one the most developed cities of the Marmara Region. There are many corporations and Turkish real estate investors coming to the area due to rapid industrialization in the region. If you want to learn about the history, while experiencing total healing, then certainly spare some time for Bursa. The best part is, it is just 1.5 hours by ferry, which you can take from Yenikapı or Kabataş. Apart from the time you spent refreshing and relaxing Bursa’s many thermal hotels and resorts, there are many other things you can do in Bursa. There are many beautiful mosques and tombs to visit, including the tombs of Sultan Osman and Sultan Orhan, the founders of the Ottoman Empire. You may also visit Iznik, which is home to a mystically calming lake or Cumalıkızık, the most famous and cutest village of Bursa.