A hammam (Arabic: حمّام, romanized: ḥammām), also often called a Turkish bath by Westerners, [1] is a type of steam bath or a place of public bathing associated with the Islamic world.

Originating from the Roman bathhouses and integrated into Islamic culture, hammams have evolved into a vital part of Middle Eastern and North African societies. Traditionally, they …

A hammam is a Turkish version of the steam bath and was traditionally a place of public bathing. It is a profoundly relaxing treatment that uses hot steam to give your skin a deep cleanse.

Oct 1, 2012 · Although today we think of bathing as a private activity, the public bath, or hammam, was a vital social institution in any Middle Eastern city for centuries before the advent of …

Rooted in tradition, a hammam is a Middle Eastern wellbeing practice that dates back to the Roman and Byzantine eras and is essentially a steam bath experience (that might include a …

Oct 3, 2018 · The hammam, also known as the Turkish hamam or Turkish bath, is the Middle Eastern variant of a steam bath, which can be categorized as a wet relative of the sauna.

Discover the essential details of visiting a hammam, including its history and traditions to preparation tips, so you can fully enjoy this unique spa experience.