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Dax, France - Thermal Baths - Mud bath Treatment
Dax, France - Thermal Baths - Mud bath Treatment. Date: 1923
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Application Bath Baths Cure Health Jun18 Landes Pipes Pipework Supply Taps Technique Thermal Treated Treatment Wellbeing 1923
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This photograph, taken in the picturesque town of Dax, France, in June 1923, showcases the unique mud bath treatment at the local thermal baths. The Landean region of France, renowned for its therapeutic hot springs, has been a popular destination for health-seekers since Roman times. In this image, a woman is seen applying mud, rich in minerals, to another woman's body. The mud is sourced from the nearby thermal springs and is believed to have numerous health benefits, including the alleviation of rheumatism, arthritis, and skin conditions. The intricate pipework and taps in the background reveal the complex system used to supply the warm water and mud to the bathing area. The pipework, a testament to the advanced engineering of the time, ensured a consistent temperature and supply of the therapeutic resources. The women, dressed in simple white bathing suits, are engrossed in their treatment, their expressions reflecting a sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. The 1920s, an era of modernity and innovation, saw a renewed interest in the therapeutic benefits of natural hot springs. The mud bath treatment in Dax gained immense popularity, attracting visitors from all corners of Europe. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the pursuit of wellbeing and health was a communal and immersive experience.
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