Zigui Hot Springs
Zigui, Hubei, China
- Location
- Zigui, Hubei, China
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
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Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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Discover the thermal springs of Zigui, located in Hubei Province, China. These saline hot waters at 40°C are rich in minerals and offer a unique relaxation experience. The springs have been valued for centuries within a long thermal tradition. Visitors can soak in the warm waters or enjoy other spa treatments.
Insider tip — Zigui Hot Springs lie in the Three Gorges corridor along the Yangtze River, where deep fault lines intersect the limestone gorge walls and bring sodium-chloride waters to the surface at 40 degrees. The resort occupies riverbank terraces with dramatic gorge scenery as a backdrop, and boat cruises through the neighbouring Xiling Gorge can be arranged directly from the property. The area is also the birthplace of the poet Qu Yuan, whose legacy is celebrated each year at the Dragon Boat Festival in late spring.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).