3 Russian resorts where you can relax and improve your health

Health cannot be bought, but it can be improved. And it is even more pleasant to do it during a vacation in a fascinating colorful place with a special history. In Russia, therapeutic resorts appeared under Peter the Great: then the healing springs of Karelia were first discovered, then the unique properties of the Caucasian Mineral Waters and the bowels of Siberia. Today there are many health resorts and tourist centers in our country, which allow to relieve the body from tension and ailments, and thoughts – from unnecessary worries.

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Tells about Russian resorts, where world standards of medicine are used along with centuries-old traditions of recovery.

Altai – Russian Shambhala

To feel yourself completely protected by the mountains from the Internet and other benefits of civilization and feel the power of influence comparable to Tibet – all this is about the Altai Mountains. Coming here almost every year, I not only enjoy the peace and explore the generous Altai nature, but also improve my health.

For this purpose the region offers a whole range of options – from fresh mountain air, fragrant tea from local herbs to pantotherapy – an ancient health-improving procedure using extracts from maral horns. The legendary antler baths, which are considered the Altai “elixir of youth”, are primarily suitable for men.
Baths can be taken both at the maral forests themselves and in organized complexes of different levels.

Belokurikha

Many maralniks are located in the Altai Republic, and in the Altai Territory. So vacationers have the opportunity to choose from the options spread from the village of Maima, which is near Gorno-Altaisk, to the village of Multa. Everywhere, guests are welcomed with organic products, stunning village landscapes and stories of local people.

Women are more suitable for radon baths, which can be taken in different sanatoriums of Belokurikha. Natural radon gas, used in medicine in safe doses, has a positive effect on accelerating metabolism, relieving inflammation and improving the work of endocrine glands.

Caucasian Mineral Waters

Rest in the Caucasian Mineral Waters (Kislovodsk, Pyatigorsk, Essentuki and Zheleznovodsk) is an instant immersion in the amazing national color, local hospitality and the delights of Caucasian cuisine. At the same time, the region offers not only unforgettable relaxation, but also high-quality recovery according to world standards.

For treatment of digestive organs doctors recommend Essentuki springs, local health-improving baths and irrigation with inhalations. Those for whom the treatment of cardiovascular and nervous systems is important, it is better to go to Kislovodsk. Its popular narzans with high content of CO2, chlorine ions and sodium are suitable for use as a drink and for strengthening bath procedures.

You can combine rest at mineral springs with mud therapy in Pyatigorsk. It is famous for its variety of waters and healing sulfide mud straight from the Tambukan Lake.

Tambukanskoe Lake

Matsesta, Sochi

Matsesta (“fire water”) is the “capital of Soviet resorts”, a popular health resort where the first persons of the country strengthened their immunity, and a truly picturesque place in the Khostinsky district of Sochi. For 120 years it has been giving an opportunity to restore strength and fill with energy, offering guests healing springs with water temperature of about 40-46 ° C, bathing in hot Matsesta baths with a high concentration of hydrogen sulfide, as well as many local treats. Matsesta tea with its flavor is worth it! By the way, if you wish with a tourist group you can get to the local tea plantations – the only one of its kind within the country.

The living waters of Matsesta help in treating many ailments – from gastrointestinal and skin problems to diseases of cardiovascular system and musculoskeletal apparatus. Even if you are in excellent health, it is worth visiting the legendary spa at least once and experiencing the long-term rejuvenating effects on the body.

More about other thermal springs in our country can be found in this article.