Every country has cultural history, whether it is social, traditional or folk, and the history of spa therapy and treatments goes back as far as 460-370 BC, before that time bathing was used mainly for cleansing and hygienic reasons, and philosophers at that time suggested perspiration, walking, massage and bathing important to maintain balance in ones physical body.

The influence of the Greeks was the start of the Romans building thermal baths at mineral and natural hot springs. The Greeks liked to partake of the spa after a vigorous workout, but the Romans focused more on the relaxation, socializing and medical treatments.

The Romans made the spa experience a part of their society for medical treatment, worship and social gathering. At the height of the Roman bathing culture these public bathing facilities grew into huge complexes with the capacity of thousands of people. The focus of the bath was such an important part of the Roman society that spas were built in every land the Romans conquered, and examples are all over Europe as a testament to the value they gave to water therapy.

The people of the ancient world already knew that bubbling mineral waters and gurgling mud pools are good for the body and spirit, and nature has provided many hot springs all over the world, furthermore countries blessed with this natural phenomenon are New Zealand, Iceland, Czech Republic Turkey, Costa Rica, Hungary and Japan.

Dont be disheartened there are spas all over the big cities of the world albeit not natural hot springs spas in London, Paris and New York can give the same feeling of wellbeing. Each spa in different cities will offer therapies and treatments to calm the mind and relax the body.

There are many London spas around the city that will be happy to explain what is on offer, so if you are in London or any other city around the world this summer why not pamper yourself and have a spa day with friends and family and walk out feeling like a million dollars.

A spokesman for Dolphin Square Spa located in the heart of Westminster said, Spas are nothing new but it is the treatments you are offered that will make the difference. We offer The Moroccan Hammam and Rhassoul, which is a traditional Moroccan steam room where ritual-based body treatment that includes aromatherapy, detoxification, steam, massage and relaxation. Our spa breaks London are something special and we take great care to make you feel wonderful and relaxed

So what are The Moroccan Hammam offered at many spas London, and all around the world? The skin in cleaned with Savon Noir, a natural black soap which is made from olives, exfoliation begins with a glove and then rinsed, after which a Moroccan Rhassoul clay is applied, sourced from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, this is just a quick overview. If you should visit a spa offering this treatment full information will be given.

Whether you visit a spa London, New York, Rome or anywhere in the world you will get the best selection of therapies and treatments that money can buy and more importantly feel great.

For centuries treatments and therapies have been handed down through the ages, some are still good today while others are old wives tales, if it makes you feel good then go for it.

For further information visit: www.dolphinsquare.co.uk/spa/spa-facilities/the-spa