The bathhouse is one of the most remarkable inventions of civilization. After all, steam has many positive effects on the human body. So, for example, under its influence, the pores of the skin expand, open and contribute to its cleansing. Vascular walls are also strengthened, as a result they become elastic and stronger. Bath steam also has an invaluable effect on the nervous system. With its help, it is possible not only to cure or at least alleviate pain in the lower back and other parts of the spine, but also to relieve stress, relax and free itself from nervousness and obsessive states.
Types of baths
In our country, the following species of these institutions are considered the most popular types:
- traditional Russian steam room;
- Finnish sauna
- hamam - Turkish bath;
- Japanese ofuro.
The latter is not as popular as the first three, but lovers of sophistication and exoticism prefer it. Despite the fact that all baths are designed for the same thing - washing, nevertheless they are all very different: from the temperature regime to the percentage of humidity.
What is a hamam?
This is the wettest (up to 100%) and the coolest (+ 40-60 degrees) of the above baths. There are three differently heated pools. The first is cold, the second is cool and the third is warm water. As it was already
It is noted that hammam is the wettest bathhouse. A large boiler is built into one of its walls - a source of steam. The room is heated by strongly heated air, the flow of which moves along the pipe going under the marble floor. The room has marble beds. They should also be warm (up to 35 degrees). Since the room is always thick with steam, the ceilings in the hammam are built domed. Due to this, the droplets that accumulate on them flow down the walls, and do not fall on the wash. Now you know what a hammam, or rather, how it works. However, let's take an excursion into the past and get acquainted with the history of this invention.
History and Origin of Hamam
This name comes from the Arabic word "ham", which means "heat", however, the Roman baths were still the prototype of these baths. Initially, a giant boiler with water was located in a niche of one of the walls, steam from which was supplied to other rooms through special openings in the walls. Hamams were intended for nobles and gentlemen, therefore their interior decoration was distinguished by wealth and luxury. The Prophet Muhammad believed that a visit to the bathhouse was a mandatory ritual for a true Muslim. At the same time, he argued that it promotes the activation of sexual function, which means fertility. Women's and men's baths were built next to each other and had one source of steam and water supply. By the way, for the ladies, visiting this institution was also of social importance. Here they discussed their women's affairs over a cup of coffee, gossiped, and shared news.
Distinctive features of Turkish b ani
Today in Russia various spa centers open every day, the list of services of which includes the item “Turkish bath”. However, what is provided to customers is often its poor likeness. Those who do not yet know what a hammam (Turkish bath) is and how it differs from other steam rooms, should know that there isn’t that asphyxiating heat, as in the Russian steam and Finnish saunas, but here there is high humidity, which can reach 100%. This is perfect for both women and all those who can not stand very high temperatures.
Hamam in Moscow
Today in the capital there are thousands of hammams. And their main visitors are people who love a combination of water treatments with massage. After all, this is a mandatory service of the Turkish bath. Some Muscovites, who did not know what a hammam was, and got here by accident, later become big fans of true Turkish hospitality and a pleasant relaxing atmosphere. These establishments are especially popular among Muscovites. Indeed, because of the very high temperature in the Russian or Finnish baths, the vessels on the face and body expand greatly, which is contraindicated for some women, but this problem is not here, and you can spend hours pleasantly in the company of friends.
