Notes on the hammam ritual, massage techniques and the Istanbul around us.
Before a wedding, engagement or an important event, do not leave everything to the last day. In what order and how many days ahead to plan the hammam, peeling, massage and manicure-pedicure.
A nearby place to rest at the end of a day between Taksim Square, the Gümüşsuyu slope and Dolmabahçe. How to add a spa break to the route.
Alongside the Turkish hammam, Lilyum Spa Gümüşsuyu has a Finnish bath and sauna. We explain the difference between dry and humid heat and when to use each.
A clear comparison of privacy, session flow and the experience for couples in a private hammam.
When lavender, citrus and mint notes are used, and who benefits most from aromatherapy massage.
Should you eat, when should you shower, and can you train afterwards? Practical advice for a better session.
What to wear, what to bring, and what happens in what order — from the door to the lounge.
The simple logic behind two steps that have been performed in the same order for centuries.
All three heat you. None of them does the same thing. The difference is humidity and temperature.
A one-day walking route through Galata, Şişhane and the Golden Horn, finishing via İstiklal in Taksim.
Duration, sequence and timing — the three details that make the day.
Neck pain, poor sleep, heavy legs or post-training — each asks for a different technique.
Contact
Gümüşsuyu Mahallesi Miralay Şefik Bey Sokak No:17, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
