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And beyond, witness the above (Russia's Kamchatka).
New York Times (Feb. 9) / Greta Rybus has a list of "stunning" hot springs of our globe. On the Himachali hot springs (India):
'Each day at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., a priest named Mahant Shiv Giri performs puja, a set of religious rites, in a small temple at the hot springs near the Gaj River in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.First, he bathes himself in the hot springs, washing his body and face in thermal water. “The significance of bathing is to purify yourself,” he said. “It is a way to mark your attendance in the house of God.”Many of the other hot springs in Himachal Pradesh are in and around temple structures, too. In the larger town of Manikaran, Sikh and Hindu temples sit snugly against each other on the banks of the Parvati River, sharing the same potent thermal source.
Hot spring Journeys also has a (short) list (Feb. 19) of Nepali hot springs:
'Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Nepal offers not just breathtaking landscapes and ancient wonders, but also a hidden gem - its natural hot springs. Known locally as "tatopani," these geothermal oases provide a unique blend of relaxation, rejuvenation, and cultural immersion.People from all over the world visit Nepal in order to admire the natural beauty and experience the cultural heritage and diversity of the society and the socio-cultural environment. During their visits, people often use the hot springs for spa and wellness purposes, mostly along the famous trekking routes such as:
- Annapurna circuit (the Ghorepani Tatopani and Bhurung Tatopani - Dana Tatopani)
- Singha hot spring along Myagdi Khola, close to Beni Bazaar
- Tatopani along the Kaligandaki River Valley towards upper Mustang
- Syabrubesi hot spring along the Bhotekoshi River - Langtang Valley
- Kodari hot spring along the Bhotekoshi Nadi (Nepal - China boarder)'.
Hot spring journeys (Feb. 24) again, a list of visits to 5 hot springs in the Kingdom of Druk.
An article from TibetTravel.org (Nov. 6, 2024) concerning the traditional bathing festival as celebrated by Tibeteans.
'The Tibetan Bathing Festival, with a rich history spanning over 800 years, is an annual celebration held in early autumn and lasting for one week. During this time, locals gather by the riverside to bathe and wash clothes, believing the ritual brings good fortune and health'.Their selling point:
'Additionally, you can take a half-day trip to enjoy Dezhong Hot Spring near Lhasa. Located 119 kilometers from downtown Lhasa at an altitude of 4,300 meters, Dezhong Hot Spring is one of Tibet’s most famous hot springs. With a history dating back 1,400 years, it’s known for its healing mineral waters and stunning alpine scenery, offering the perfect blend of relaxation and natural beauty.For a more relaxing experience, you can try a traditional Tibetan medicinal bath. This ancient practice uses herbal teas, special minerals, and calming rituals to help relax your body and mind. It is believed to detoxify, restore energy, and bring balance, drawing from centuries of Tibetan healing traditions and Buddhism'.
Rove me has a list (May 23, 2023) of Tibetean hot springs to visit in the upcoming years.
'If you want to relax after a long trip or just a reprieve from the daily routine, the best way to do so is to visit one of the hot springs in Tibet. With over 1,000 hot springs, Tibet can offer you fantastic options for relaxation'.Oddly, the article then only mentions 2 (or 3)!
ExPlore with Phub TsheRing (Sep. 27, 2024) has a short vdo on the Tibetan hot spring of Tirdum:
'Sacred Nude HotSpring of Guru Rinpoche in Tibet:Here I would like to share some of my experiences soaking in the very sacred Tidrum/Tidro Tshachu in full naked.When I first visited the sacred Tidrum Tshachu with my clients,I was told that we shall not soak in with our clothes on and have to pay ¥200 as a fine if we don’t soak fully naked..I really felt awkward as I never took bath all naked especially in front of many people but my senior clients told me that there’s nothing to fell awkward as we are carrying only one thing and everyone knows about it and on top of that we used same practices in Bhutan in the olden times..I took all my clothes but smartly used my right hand to cover my front part and then immersed till neck in the corner..We can see all types of pistols there as it’s an etiquette for Tibetans not to soak in a hotspring with your clothes on.
We should be alert especially when we get out of the hotspring as there’s big chances of kissing someone’s pistol..But now we Bhutanese started wearing underwear..Tidrum hotspring is said be created by Guru Rinpoche using his Dorji.The average temperature of the spring is 40 (degree). It is known to contain sulfur, limestone, bitumen, coal, and other minerals. According to Tibetan medicine, these can alleviate gastric disorder, tumors, paralysis, rheumatism, dermatitis, poor blood circulation, and general debility over a one week stay'.
Mutikonka returns to Kangding (Apr. 10) Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan:
'I debussed at what I thought was the edge of town and hiked a further 2km up more of the same, along a busy road that obviously led to a high school, judging by the number of kids in school uniform traipsing past saying 'hello' to me. I tried and failed to find the plain old hot springs building by the river where I had taken a dip about 15 years previously, but it now looked like it had been replaced by a grand Hot Springs Hotel resort complex'.
Finally, Siberia. The Pinnacle Gazette (Feb. 1) mentions how Tyumen hot spring is closing for a revamp:
'Tyumen's well-known hot spring, Volna, is set for temporary closure starting April 14 until June 16, 2025, as part of significant renovation plans announced by the owners via their official social media channels.The renovation aims primarily at updating the hot spring facilities, including the modernization of the pool and repairs to the bath complex. "Plans are extensive, but the main goal is to completely update the pool and renovate the bath complex," the owners stated....Interestingly, many locals report visiting the hot springs less frequently, partly due to the relatively high costs associated with them. Journalist Anatoly Kuznetsov recounted his recent trip to one of the thermal resorts during the holiday weekend, expressing disappointment with the experience, indicating the complex dynamics of local attendance versus tourist interest'.
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