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You have definitely heard of spa but what exactly is it? Modern lifestyle, the food we eat and the rhythm of our daily routine stock toxins, tension, stress and negative energy in our bodies and minds.
Over the past decades, lifestyles became much faster and time for leisure and enjoying little things seems to have disappeared. Lately, Bulgarians followed the example of their European neighbors and reconsidered the concept of vacation and rest. A new culture in tourism provoked the opening of many spa and wellness centers in the country. Bulgaria still lacks traditions in the sphere of spa tourism but natural resources provide for a good start.
The abbreviation spa comes from the Latin phrase Sanus Per Aquam which means health through water. Other interpreters of the phrase consider that it came from the name of a famous Belgian balneological resort. Wherever the phrase came from, now it carries a sense of relaxing procedures, mineral baths, massages and beauty procedures¬¬. Spa now is not necessarily connected to mineral springs. Today’s procedures involve volcanic stones, wine, milk, honey, scents and algae.
Bulgaria is unusually rich in mineral water with its more than 800 springs. The country has the potential to develop into a leading spa destination in the future. Sea, mountains, beautiful country sights and spa centers offer diverse tourism and relaxation options in the country. Traditional notions of tourism have changed and now many people see spa as much more attractive than skiing or sun bathing. One reason is that spa tourism can be practiced regardless of the season.
Most of the spa centers in Bulgaria are situated close to mineral springs. Hotel categorization shows that four and five-star hotels offer spa treatment. Many spa centers opened for visitors in the big cities. Residents can relax this way, without having to travel.
Mineral springs in Bulgaria attracted settlers in ancient times. Thracians, Romans and Byzantines made use of the resource and left their marks. If you decide to spend some time in spa resorts, you can combine procedures with history tours and sightseeing. Sandanski, Kyustendil, Hissarya and Devin are some of the big SPA destinations that offer all the facilities of a big town and ancient ruins of castles, fortresses, tombs and Roman baths.
Review this section to learn more about spa in Bulgaria. To combine spa treatment with other attractions, take a look at the numerous options since each town has its own ambience and landmarks to show to tourists.
Over the past decades, lifestyles became much faster and time for leisure and enjoying little things seems to have disappeared. Lately, Bulgarians followed the example of their European neighbors and reconsidered the concept of vacation and rest. A new culture in tourism provoked the opening of many spa and wellness centers in the country. Bulgaria still lacks traditions in the sphere of spa tourism but natural resources provide for a good start.
The abbreviation spa comes from the Latin phrase Sanus Per Aquam which means health through water. Other interpreters of the phrase consider that it came from the name of a famous Belgian balneological resort. Wherever the phrase came from, now it carries a sense of relaxing procedures, mineral baths, massages and beauty procedures¬¬. Spa now is not necessarily connected to mineral springs. Today’s procedures involve volcanic stones, wine, milk, honey, scents and algae.
Bulgaria is unusually rich in mineral water with its more than 800 springs. The country has the potential to develop into a leading spa destination in the future. Sea, mountains, beautiful country sights and spa centers offer diverse tourism and relaxation options in the country. Traditional notions of tourism have changed and now many people see spa as much more attractive than skiing or sun bathing. One reason is that spa tourism can be practiced regardless of the season.
Most of the spa centers in Bulgaria are situated close to mineral springs. Hotel categorization shows that four and five-star hotels offer spa treatment. Many spa centers opened for visitors in the big cities. Residents can relax this way, without having to travel.
Mineral springs in Bulgaria attracted settlers in ancient times. Thracians, Romans and Byzantines made use of the resource and left their marks. If you decide to spend some time in spa resorts, you can combine procedures with history tours and sightseeing. Sandanski, Kyustendil, Hissarya and Devin are some of the big SPA destinations that offer all the facilities of a big town and ancient ruins of castles, fortresses, tombs and Roman baths.
Review this section to learn more about spa in Bulgaria. To combine spa treatment with other attractions, take a look at the numerous options since each town has its own ambience and landmarks to show to tourists.
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