We live in a frantic world, with no breaks. We forget to breathe fresh air, we leave the countryside for the city, we leave the walk on foot by the car, and thus we forget what it is like to live in contact with nature.
The ancient Indian tradition known as Ayurveda recommends that we should all spend time in contact with nature every day. As children, we maintain this contact, not to mention that interest in the natural world is fascinating.
As much as we live in a contemporary world, with advanced technology, we will always have roots and origins, and there is no escaping where we came from. We are organic we are not machines!
This bond is so important, that if you take a test, and go to a wooded park and sit there for a few hours, you will feel renewed, after all nature has this transforming power.
Nowadays many people have more often sought to maintain this contact with the environment through activities, natural therapies and holistic therapies. There are even those who take advantage of their travels to also seek some natural therapy in their chosen destination. Those who cannot travel embark on specialized spaces that promise some forms of therapies and services with natural ends , such as massages with essential oils, hot stones, aromatherapy and others.
Ever heard of the benefits of Dead Sea mud baths ? Or from the mineral springs of Siwa in Egypt? Or even in the hot sand baths in the Moroccan desert? There are unimaginable places that have healing therapies.
Some amazing countries around the world are also guardians of natural cures that attract many local visitors and tourists alike. See below for information on some of them:
Mineral Springs in Ma’in – Jordan
Situated in Jordan between Madaba and the Dead Sea, the Ma’in or Hammamat Ma’in mineral springs are located 264 meters below sea level. There are a total of 63 natural springs in the region with different temperatures and mineral compositions.
Tourists seek the hot springs for relaxation purposes and also for the treatment of chronic dermatological or circulatory diseases. In addition, mineral sources can help relieve pain in bones, muscles and joints. And hot springs can be very good for health, especially for people who suffer from rheumatism, chronic sinusitis and other respiratory problems.
Best time: The best month to visit the hot springs is in February if you don’t want to get a high influx of tourists. But Jordan’s high season is from March to May.
Dead Sea Mud Bath – Jordan
The Dead Sea is just one of Jordan’s most amazing attractions, after Petra of course. Despite being known as the sea, it is actually an extremely salty lake and full of minerals such as calcium, boron, sodium, magnesium and manganese. The benefits of bathing in its waters are numerous, from restoring the skin to strengthening the immune system.
In addition to salt water full of benefits, mud is also a great ally for natural therapy, with a high power of purification, cleaning and hydration of the skin.
There are even many stores in Jordan where you can buy products from the dead sea, so you can use the natural benefits of this incredible place in your home.
Best time: As the summer in the region is very dry, it is recommended to visit the place between the months of October to April.
Mineral Springs in Siwa – Egypt
The miracle of the existence of water in the middle of a vast desert creates one of the most impressive landscapes in the world – an oasis. In Egypt
There are 226 mineral springs in Siwa Oasis , some with hot springs and others with cold water. Egypt is full of natural therapies, and some of them are in Siwa. The oasis in the western desert has several mineral sources, which are on the list of the most important in the country. The pools are visited by many tourists and locals in order to seek natural treatment for diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatism and some diseases of the digestive system.
A bath in the Siwa salt lake is a process that also promises many benefits for the body such as deep cleansing the skin and removing toxins.
Best time: As the oasis is located in a desert, the best time is from November to February, being great to visit the hot springs. On the other hand, the salt lake at this time of year is very cold, and if you want to camp in the desert, you will feel the low temperatures. In July, August and September, the salt lake has an optimal temperature. So a middle ground would be the months of April and May.
Salt Therapy at Marsa Matrouh – Egypt
Halotherapy, popularly known as Salt Therapy, is a procedure that involves staying for 45 minutes in a cave made of salt. To enter the section it is necessary to take off your shoes, and bury the ends of the body, hands and feet, there are those who prefer to bury the whole body and only keep the head outside.
Salt therapy detoxifies the physical body, improves well-being, relaxes, and also has benefits for skin diseases and respiratory problems. Children and adults can participate in therapy with the exception of people with open wounds, hypertension problems, cancer, fever and pregnant women.
Best time: As the caves are closed, they are open all year round.
Hot Sand Bath in the Sahara – Morocco
Sand bath therapy in the Sahara desert may be something relatively new to Western tourists, but this procedure has a long history in the local region. The Berber people of Morocco have bathed in the desert sands for hundreds of years. The use of sand for therapeutic purposes is not exclusive to the country, it is also very common in the Egyptian desert .
For bathing it is necessary to dig holes in the sand, enough to accommodate one person. The holes are opened early in the morning, and are exposed for at least half an hour so that the sand can absorb more heat. The person must be buried up to the neck, and the duration of the session lasts between 10 to 30 minutes. Due to the intense heat of the region, it is necessary to cover the head with a scarf, hat and also to wear sunglasses to avoid burns.
The effect of the hot sand bath cleanses the body, removes toxins and helps to relax the muscles. It is also beneficial for those who suffer from rheumatism, arthritis, sciatica, acne and psoriasis, among other conditions. Sand baths are found in Merzouga, Zagora, Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga.
Best time: The best time to do therapy is between the months of June to September, but July and August are better due to the high temperatures in the country.
Pamukkale thermal pools – Turkey
Pamukkale is one of the most amazing places in the world, shaped by nature, the cotton castle (as it is popularly known), is one of the most visited places in Turkey,
Swimming pool water provides several benefits for curing rheumatism and asthma, helps to recover high blood pressure, helps with circulatory problems, digestive diseases, kidney stones, stroke and chronic disorders. In addition to being an ally for skin care.
Best time: The pools are open all year, but there are different times in winter and summer, so before planning your trip, it is worth checking the times. Know that the Turkish winter is very cold, so it is more advantageous to enjoy the thermal pools between the months of April and October.
Conclusion
Natural resources are undoubtedly the best elixir to improve the quality of life and prevent diseases. The benefits from nature are numerous, and I believe that there are so many incredible places not yet discovered by man, which can provide us with great experiences.
