abdulla
Mosul Border Area, Duhok Region, Turkey
- Location
- Mosul Border Area, Duhok Region, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 35 °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
This thermal site lies in the border area near Mosul in the Duhok region, set in the warm lowlands of northern Mesopotamia. The location draws on the geothermal resources of the area, with warm mineralized waters surfacing in a landscape shaped by river plains and rugged hills. It offers a modest, locally used setting for thermal bathing in a historically rich frontier region.
Insider tip — Located in the far southeastern corner of Turkey near the Iraqi border in the Duhok region, this modest thermal facility sits in the foothills of the Zagros Mountains. At 35°C the waters are pleasantly warm rather than hot, making them suitable for long, relaxed soaks. The frontier setting near the Tigris headwaters gives the spot a unique geopolitical character rarely found at European spas. Local Kurdish shepherds and farmers have long used these waters for their mineral properties.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 35 °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.