Tsenkher Hot Spa

 

The province of Arkhangai is known for its numerous ancient volcanoes. The numerous water springs and natural hot water that flow from an elevation of 1860 meters (1.16 mile) above sea level are a particular feature of these volcanoes and the tectonic activity that surrounds them. Tsenkher Soum is home to Mongolia's most famous hot spring, Tsenkher natural hot spring. This natural wonder is located 27 kilometers south of Tsetserleg, the provincial capital of Arkhangai. The hot spring is nestled amid wooded hills and magnificent mountains, surrounded by cliffs and swift rivers. The water from this geological wonder is 85.5°C (185.9°F) when it emerges from the ground. The Tsenkher hot spring is reported to have healing properties that aid in the treatment of articular and nervous system ailments. Hydrogen sulfide, sodium carbonate, hydro carbonate, sulfate, and fluorite make up the spring. Visitors can rest in naturally heated water pools that are elegantly placed in a green mountain valley at the Tsenkher hot springs. Indoor and outdoor baths are available at this wellness spa.

Tsenkher's hot springs, nestled amongst forested hills, are a popular detour from the main route. You'll be disappointed if you want to relax in pristine, natural surroundings, as the hot water is pumped into splash pools at the ger resorts erected around the springs. It costs roughly US$10 to enter for non-guests.

Asian Destinations Readers can go to Tsenkher Hot Spa from Tsetserleg, you can travel 27 kilometers south on a jeep trail. Taxis from Tsetserleg cost approximately T45,000 return. You could also go on a bike ride. Tsenkher sum is the turn-off if you're coming from Ulaanbaatar. The hot springs are 24 kilometers from the sum center.

There are many historical volcanoes in Arkhangai, which explains the presence of this hot water source in the total of Tsenkher, which flows all year at 1860 meters (1,16 mile) above sea level. The temperature of the water is 85,5°C (185,9°F).

Some yurts camps with equipment and baths with a less hot temperature have been set up in a lovely lush woodland region for the visitors, but also for the nomads and residents of Ulan Bator who are quite fond of these baths. Tsenkher hot springs have medicinal qualities, particularly for arthritic and nervous system illnesses. Sodium carbonate, hydrocarbonate, sulfate, fluorite, and hydrogen sulfide make up the composition.

 

 

Sources :

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mongolia/central-mongolia/arkhangai/attractions/tsenkher-hot-springs/a/poi-sig/1406090/357017

http://www.touristinfocenter.mn/en/cate1_more.aspx?ItemID=80

https://www.mongolia-trips.com/travel-guide/destination/tsenkher

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