Saturnia is an ancient Etruscan city located in southern Tuscany. This area of Italy is known as the Maremma. Saturnia boasts two fabulous restaurants and a gelateria where you can taste some wonderful ice cream. The town is surrounded by many olive groves, and a wonderful rolling countryside. Not only is Saturnia very beautiful, but it also boasts a wealth of Etruscan history. The entrance to the town is a perfect example of a Roman arch. The arch is placed at the entrance of an old Etruscan road which is surrounded by high walls and leads all the way to Rome. Saturnia has great history and a very beautiful surrounding area, but it is most well known for its healing natural sulfur springs.
The Terme Di Saturnia is a spa in Saturnia that is very well known for its abilities to heal many different ailments. Some of these ailments include ailments of the digestive system, ailments of the female genital organs, air, nose and throat ailments, as well as many different skin diseases. You can find many different pools where you can rest your weary body in the hot springs, or you can just bathe in the river itself. However if you want to enjoy the complete spa experience, then the Terme Di Saturnia is definitely the place to visit. The Terme Di Saturnia offers many different types of spa treatments including facials, hydro massage, kinetic physiotherapy, hydropinic treatments, saunas, tanning beds, as well as rectal and vaginal irrigations. The spas main attraction is the ability to cure ailments, so if you are having problems, then visiting the spa might just be what you need to feel better.
If you would just like to visit Saturnia, but you do not want to pay the fees to visit the Terme Di Saturnia, then you can just bathe in the waters of the river. On the outskirts of town there are many different areas where the hot sulfur springs are prevalent. Many of these locations have naturally occurring bathing pools that have formed over time. These bathing pools are located on the sides of the hills where waterfalls flow with the natural sulfur spring waters. These baths do not cost any money, but they also do not boast the healing amenities of the spas. Whether you are looking for healing, or just to have a good time, Saturnia is definitely a must visit town in the Maremma.
By: Giulio Detti
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