Abkhazia is very popular withtourists. This small country lies between the Black Sea and the Caucasus Mountains. Its location is due to the mild climate, healthy air and magnificent landscapes. In Abkhazia, you can not only relax and relax at a cheap beach, but also to heal. Many go to this country to visit the thermal springs. There are several of them in Abkhazia, some of them were known thousands of years ago. Hot healing water from natural sources not only relaxes and gives a good mood, but also cures many diseases. Moreover, rest and treatment are quite inexpensive: you can stay at the local residents, and pay 100 rubles per day to visit the healing place.
Where are the thermal springs in Abkhazia?
Many wells and unequipped sourcesrzbrosany throughout the country. They all have different mineral composition and temperature. Only a few of them are popular, and there are some that even locals don’t know about. The most visited and medical sources are:
1. Kyndyg is very popular not only because of the healing hydrogen sulphide water, but also because the resting place is well-equipped and its natural attractions are preserved.
2. Another well-known source is in the village of Primorsky. Here is a balneological clinic. You can take a hot hydrogen sulfide shower, bath, do a hydromassage or mud application.
3There are several thermal springs on the river Besletka in the vicinity of Sukhumi. The water in them differs from the first two not only in composition - it is sulphate chloride-sodium-calcium, but also in temperature - cooler.
4. In Gagra there is a balneological clinic with hot springs. The water in them is also sulphate-calcium, but it contains more nitrogen and magnesium.
5. Less known thermal springs in Abkhazia are located in Tkvarchal. The water there has a high content of radon and is also curative.
How are they useful?
Mostly thermal springs in Abkhaziahydrogen sulfide. Their therapeutic effect is based on the penetration of the vapor of this gas through the lungs, as well as the skin. Because of this, there is dilation of blood vessels and improved blood circulation. Cells and tissues are more saturated with oxygen and get more nutrition.
What diseases show procedures?
Hydrogen-hydrogen thermal springs in Abkhazia are considered the most useful. Water in them is used not only for baths and douches, but it cures many diseases:
- cardiovascular diseases: varicose veins, vegetovascular dystonia, hypertension in the initial stage, helps recovery after a heart attack;
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system: arthritis, osteochondrosis, the effects of injuries;
- diseases of the genitourinary system: erosion, prostatitis and even infertility;
- skin diseases: psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis and versicolor;
- dental and ENT diseases: gingivitis, stomatitis, periodontal disease, sinusitis, sinusitis;
- diseases of the nervous system: insomnia, neurosis, the consequences of traumatic brain injuries.
Менее популярными являются сульфатные источники в Gagra and on the river Besletke. Water in them contains many minerals and effectively relieves any pain, treats diseases of the skin and musculoskeletal system.
How to visit sources?
To achieve an effective cure, you needcomplete a course of 10-15 procedures. But sometimes one visit to the source is enough, and the improvement in well-being will be noticeable. You should know that exposure to thermal water is contraindicated in severe disorders of the heart and blood vessels, blood diseases, tuberculosis, as well as in cancer.
The most famous thermal springs of Abkhazia
Photos taken after resting in places likesurprise and delight. Especially popular are the two best-equipped sources: in Primorsky and Kyndyge. The water in them is almost the same, they differ only in the surrounding nature.
The source in the village Kyndyg striking magnificentlandscapes. Thermal water hits in the form of a geyser from the ground on a small hill. At this point, it has a temperature of more than 100 degrees. But it flows through special gutters and cools to an acceptable temperature. Under these streams, you can take a healing shower, which will not only saturate the body with medicinal substances, but will also massage well. After that, the water is collected in small pools, where it becomes even more pleasant in temperature. Both adults and children love to soak in them.
Primorskoe village is located near the NewAthos, only a kilometer from the sources to the Black Sea. The views of nature here are also magnificent: a mountain river with a waterfall and a beautiful eucalyptus grove. But the source itself is equipped with a balneological clinic, so those who love civilized rest more come here.
Reviews of tourists
One of the most favorite vacation spots for ourcompatriots - this is Abkhazia, thermal springs. Reviews about them are often enthusiastic. Most say that swimming in such water is pleasant and very useful. Many are surprised by the low price of visiting the source: in Kyndyg, you can relax for 100 rubles at least a whole day. And the place is well equipped: there are locker rooms and benches. I like to splash around in warm water for children, but also adults are delighted with such baths. Moreover, thermal springs in Abkhazia in the winter are also popular. In this southern country there are no frosts at all and it is sunny all year round. But even if it is cold outside, the water in the hot springs is always hot. And so nice to soak in it in the open air, enjoying the views of nature!
