A hammam (Arabic: حمّام, romanized: ḥammām), also often called a Turkish bath by Westerners, [1] is a type of steam bath or a place of public bathing associated with the Islamic world.

Oct 1, 2025 · Larger, historic hamams like Zeyrek Çinili Hamam and the lavish Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamam have separate bathing areas for men and women.

Originating from the Roman bathhouses and integrated into Islamic culture, hammams have evolved into a vital part of Middle Eastern and North African societies. Traditionally, they served as communal …

Jul 27, 2025 · A Turkish bath or hamam can be a daunting experience. Follow these guidelines and customs to fully enjoy the steamy bath, wash-up and massage.

Turkey has a rich culture with lots of exciting traditions that tourists visiting the country love to experience. One of the most beloved Turkish traditions by both visitors and locals is the hammam or …

Aug 2, 2023 · These days, a visit to a hammam provides a break from the stress of daily life, said Selma Yildirim, director of the luxurious Chi Spa at the Shangri-La Bosphorus.

Sep 25, 2025 · Discover the Turkish hamam experience. Learn what to expect, what to wear, and where to go on your Turkey tour. Add a hamam visit to your itinerary today.

Mar 27, 2019 · Here’s everything you need to know to try a Turkish hamam with confidence. Depending on the size of the Turkish city you’re in, you might have several hamams to choose from.

Oct 3, 2018 · The hammam, also known as the Turkish hamam or Turkish bath, is the Middle Eastern variant of a steam bath, which can be categorized as a wet relative of the sauna.

A Turkish bath, also known as a hamam or hammam, is a traditional bathing facility that originated in the Ottoman Empire and has been an integral part of Turkish culture for centuries.