Belkisana Kaplıcaları
Belkisana, Sirnak Province, Turkey
- Location
- Belkisana, Sirnak Province, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
LowHigh
Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
Belkisana Kaplıcaları is a thermal spring complex in Turkey, its name evoking the legendary Queen of Sheba — Belkıs in Turkish tradition — and the timeless association between mineral waters and royal health and beauty rituals. The naturally warm kaplıca waters are appreciated for the comfort and relaxation they bring, continuing a thermal tradition that predates the Ottoman Empire in Anatolia. The facility offers guests access to naturally mineralised spring water in a setting that blends historical resonance with the simple pleasure of warm geothermal immersion.
Insider tip — Belkisana Kaplicalari is a geothermal bathing complex in the remote southeastern Sirnak Province, close to the Iraqi border in the upper Tigris basin. The 38°C thermal waters emerge from the Zagros fold belt geology that underlies much of this rugged border region. Traditional kaplica bathing culture here blends with Kurdish local customs. The dramatic scenery of the Cudi Mountain range makes the journey to this remote spring an adventure in itself.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
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: Octobre-avril.