Naftalan Crude Oil Baths
Naftalan, Naftalan District, Azerbaijan
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Naftalan, Naftalan District, Azerbaijan
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 39 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
Discover the Naftalan Crude Oil Baths in Ganja, Azerbaijan, a unique thermal site offering sulfurous baths. Rich in history and natural minerals, this spa is perfect for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. The warm waters are associated with well-being, inviting muscular comfort and skin softness. Book your visit to experience the long thermal tradition of the Naftalan Crude Oil Baths.
Insider tip — Naftalan is unlike any thermal destination in the world: the baths here use crude naphthenic oil, not water, and have been part of a Soviet-era wellness tradition still practiced today. Guests lie immersed for precisely eight minutes in shallow tubs of warm black oil at 37–39°C in the city's specialized sanatoriums. The surrounding town retains an eerie Soviet-era resort aesthetic, complete with wide promenades and grand sanatorium buildings now in varying states of renovation. Book through a licensed program for the full protocol rather than as a casual visitor.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 39 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).