Tușnad Baths - a vacation to reconnect with nature, by relaxation. How about a vacation that will reconnect us with nature, with us and recharge our batteries or rejuvenate us? I invite you in this article to rediscover our beautiful country by traveling through one of the most beautiful spa resorts in our country - Tusnadul.

I recently visited this resort as part of an info trip organized by the National Tourism Authority (ANT). I was impressed by the beauty of that place. Called the "pearl of Transylvania", Tusnad has been declared a tourist town since 1968 and it contains therapeutic mineral waters as well as the famous skunks which are natural emissions of carbon dioxide dry gas.

Tușnad Baths - a vacation to reconnect with nature. Romania has one third of Europe's mineral and thermal waters

I don't know how many of you knew, but Romania holds about a third of mineral waters and thermal spas in Europe. And natural skunk used for therapeutic purposes is a unique phenomenon in our country. At first sight, skunk It resembles a more bizarre sauna, made of benches and railings made of fir wood, arranged in the shape of an amphitheater. There's no heat source, but a few minutes spent in there warms you up more than a sauna. A special blend of volcanic gases rising from deep underground, skunk is a blessing for blood vessels and related diseases. But also for the skin, its effect is to increase blood flow in the skin and muscles.

The mofeta is also indicated for gynecological and endocrine disorders, as well as in some diseases of the musculoskeletal system - chronic degenerative joint rheumatism.

Although there still prevails that old-fashioned notion that seaside resorts are places for the elderly to treatment and peace and quiet, we will see that many of the seaside resorts offer facilities and many things to do even for young people eager for a more active vacation. My opinion is that young people in particular, who are increasingly stressed and restless and in poorer health than their parents were when they were their age, should be keen from time to time for such a vacation. I agree that the seaside and the Prahova valley remain an attractive option. But we have a beautiful country that is really worth visiting and Baile Tusnad is a great resort.

Tușnad Baths - vacation to reconnect with nature. The latest wellness spa procedures

In addition to the various spa treatments that you can do in Tusnad Hotel and other hotels in the area, spa lovers can enjoy the latest spa procedures wellness & spa offered within the complex O3zone:

- A wet sauna and a dry sauna, along with emotional showers that create a delicious tropical effect enhancing relaxation;

- Therapy centers that offer relaxation, anti-stress, detoxification and fitness procedures;

- The area of hydrotherapy where guests can bask in the warm rain of the Vichy showerand a Pacific tub, used for subacaval showers or herbal baths;

- Two fitness areas dedicated to exercise enthusiasts, which add value to the spa;

- A spacious swimming pool and jacuzzi create an intimate and relaxing atmosphere;

- Spa rituals for couples;

- Recently, the O3Zone also offers the famous Ana Aslan treatments that are so coveted by foreigners.

 For those who didn't know, the Ana Aslan Institute was the first geriatric institute in the world, founded in 1952. Few people know that Mrs. Ana Aslan's patients have included celebrities such as Salvador Dali, Charlie Chaplin, Pablo Neruda, Aristotle Onassis, Jacqueline Kennedy, Indira Gandhi, Marlene Dietrich, de Gaulle, Lilian Gish or Tito. Anti-aging treatment Gerovital H3 has come to be considered a miracle in medicine and successfully treats some symptoms of the aging process, considered by many a degenerative disease.

Returning to the tourist part of Tusnad, lovers of natural landscapes and hiking in nature can visit:

 - The famous lake of volcanic origin St. Ana, unique in Central and Eastern Europe, which is located 25 km from the resort;

- Red Lake, which is the largest natural dam lake in Romania;

- Piatra Gaurita", a wall pierced by the Olt river, which is considered a monument of nature.

And for lovers of culture and history we recommend:

- Miko Fortress, built in the late Renaissance style. It is the oldest and most important historical monument of Miercurea Ciuc 

- Ethnographic Museum in Miercurea Ciuc;

- The Castle of Count Lazarus of Lazarea is an interesting castle built in a combination of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance styles

- Sfântu Gheorghe Art Museum;

-the medieval citadel of Odorheiul Secuiesc;

- Franciscan church in baroque style in Sumuleu - 35 km, which has one of the largest organ installations in Transylvania;

Of course, Baile Tusnad is just an example of a resort that deserves to be visited, explored and recommended. This is the only way to revive national and foreign interest in spa resorts. They have enormous potential and not just for medical tourism. They are places blessed by nature. They are true natural "pharmacies", places that bathe your eyes and your soul.

Alexandra Iliuta, Wellness advisor