The Balçova hot springs are located on the site of the Baths of Agamemnon, known in antiquity for the therapeutic qualities of its waters. According to a legend, Agamemnon was advised by, an oracle to bring soldiers who had been wounded during the campaign against Troy, to the sulphur-rich waters of these natural hot springs. Balçova is situated to the west of the Aegean port of Izmir.
Capacity
The Balçova hot springs flow from two exploratory wells at a rate of 28 litres per second. The facilities can accommodate 3,456 bath-days and 3,456 beds on the basis of 600 litres per person per day, per bath.
Physio-chemical characteristics and indications:
The Balçova hot springs are composed of sodium chloride and calcium bicarbonate. With 62 to 80 oC water temperature and a pH of 6.4, Balçova hot springs contain 1,369 mg/lt minerals. These hot springs are recommended for the treatment of rheumatic diseases, digestive maladies, post-injuries and post-operative problems, calcification and metabolic disorders.
Treatments and accommodations
The Balçova hot bath complex, with a total capacity, of 1,000 people per day, provides hot mineral pools and baths, offers a patient therapy pool, sauna, massage, underwater massage, physical exercise, electro-therapy and physical therapy. The complex incorporates a three-star hotel with 435 beds, a five-star hotel with 630 beds and a new park.
Thermal Prenses ***** (278 Rooms, 630 Beds)
Ilıca Mah., 112 Zeytin Sok., Narlıdere-Izmir
Tel: (0-232) 238 5151
Fax: (0-232) 239 0939
Balçova Agamemnon Thermal Baths *** (215 Rooms, 435 Beds)
Hüseyin Öğütçen Cad. 2, Balçova - Izmir
Tel: (0-232) 259 0102
Fax: (0-232) 259 0829
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