Where Can One Bathe In Natural Hot Springs?
A hot spring is a place where heated underground water flows outwards by way of subterranean tunnels; the flow may be in the form of steam and mud, geysers or a stream which may give rise to a puddle or a small lake. It has been well known since antiquity of the beneficial effects of bathing in these springs mainly due to the high mineral content that has a soothing effect on the body physically as well as mentally; the springs are reputed to heal a number of ailments related to skin and bone afflictions among others. Hot springs are found in various region of the world especially in places of volcanic activity though a number of springs are found in places of non volcanic origin heated due to geo thermal causes. There are a number of places in North America mainly in the Western and Northern regions where there are up to date bathing facilities; mention may be made of Yellowstone National Park situated in the States of Wyoming, Montano and Idaho in the USA. Other natural springs in th