Gelin Baths
Çarşamba, Samsun, Turquie, Turkey
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Çarşamba, Samsun, Turquie, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
The Gelin Baths are an Ottoman hammam in Çarşamba District, Samsun Province on the Black Sea coast of northern Turkey, set within a region of fertile delta plains formed by the Kızılırmak River. Çarşamba is known for its agricultural productivity and its position in the heart of the central Black Sea coast, and its hammam served the farming and commercial community of this important lowland district. The name Gelin meaning bride in Turkish suggests either a founding legend or a dedication associated with a female member of a local notable family.
Insider tip — Gelin Hammam (of the bride) in Çarşamba (Samsun), in the delta of the Kızılırmak. This type of hammam often bears this name in reference to the pre-wedding bathing ceremony (gelin hamamı), an Ottoman ritual in which the bride-to-be went to the bath in a procession before her marriage. Çarşamba is an agricultural town on the fertile Samsun plain, known for its hazelnuts.
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Frequently asked questions
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.