Ma'in Hot Springs, Natural hot springs in Madaba Governorate, Jordan
Description
Ma'in Hot Springs is a thermal site in the Madaba Governorate of Jordan where 63 natural outlets release warm water from the rock formations near the Dead Sea. These sources feed several waterfalls that cascade down steep cliffs and create natural pools where visitors can bathe in heated water.
History
The hot springs sit 264 meters (866 feet) below sea level and were visited by King Herod in ancient times for their healing properties. Over the centuries, travelers used the thermal baths for recovery during journeys between Jerusalem and the Jordan Rift Valley.
Culture
The facilities maintain separate bathing areas for men and women, reflecting traditional Jordanian customs and local modesty practices.
Practical
The water from the springs maintains temperatures between 30 and 37 degrees Celsius (86–99 degrees Fahrenheit) throughout the year, allowing visitors to bathe in any season. Paths lead to different pools, with some deeper spots requiring careful footing on wet stones.
Did you know?
The springs draw from underground volcanic layers that add minerals such as sulfur and calcium to the water, giving it a distinct scent and milky color. Some pools remain lit in the evening, when steam rises above the water and softly illuminates the rock walls.
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