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Sunday, 18 December 2005
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ImageDo you want to combine your holiday with exceptional care of your body and spirit? If you visit the Gold spa triangle in Czech Republic witch means Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Marianske Lazne (Marienbad) and Frantiskovy Lazne, you will be pleasantly surprised. In the Carlsbad Region lie Lazne Kynzvart and Jachymov Spa so. Surrounded by the picturesque countryside of West Bohemia, you can treat yourself to the widest spectrum of relaxation services. In the vicinity of the Gold spa triangle you find an old historical land, romantic plains, ancient forests, picturesque valleys, hot and cold mineral springs with great healing qualities, idyllic corners, lush green gardens, and medieval castles.

ImageThe spas offer many types of relaxing and therapeutic stays, health, stress and obesity programs, for men and women, as well as for seniors. From already rich offering quest can enjoy a variety of massages (classic, underwater, and Thai massages), the thermal baths and procedures, hot stones, Turkish steam, solarium, paraffin as well as gas and mud wraps. But the biggest hit in the relaxation is still hydro-massage with additives (iodine, herbs) which positively influences on muscle tension and has a pain-soothing effect.

ImageWithin the curative programs certain spas offer therapies designed upon the results of the initial medical examination and curative treatments prescribed by the spa physician. Professional masseurs, nurses and physicians provide rehabilitation and repose during classic, partial or total massages. The spa staff is always ready to assist you in choosing appropriate treatments and consulting your medical troubles.

Karlovy Vary Mill Colonnade
Karlovy Vary Mill Colonnade
Karlovy Vary, the largest spa town, is the most favorite spa for the tourist, mostly from Russia. The city is located near the German border approximately 80 mi from Prague. ImageThe original Germanic name of Karlovy Vary “Carlsbad” which means Baths of Charles is still occasionally used and it is derivate from medieval times when the King Charles IV established the modern city. In the city you find the 12 thermal springs, used for treatment. Karlovy Vary Spas can help you if you have problems with digestive systems, livers, gallbladders, metabolism, and loco-motor systems. ImageThe city is also known for the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival and popular Czech bitter liqueur Becherovka, called also the 13th spring.

Marianske Lazne
lies in a picturesque valley in West Bohemia105 mi from Prague, in southern edge of the protected area of Slavkovsky les (Slavkov forest). Marianske Lazne is characterized by fresh air thanks to the forests surrounding the town from all sides, and unique architecture.
Marianske Lazne
Marianske Lazne
For its unforgettable atmosphere Marianske Lazne was visited by the famous personalities as Johann Wolfgang Goethe, Frederic Chopin, and Edward VII, the king of England. The therapeutically power of Marianske Lazne mineral springs, used way back in the 14th century, treats illnesses of the loco-motor system, ailments of the urinary, respiratory and digestive systems, as well as problems caused by glands with internal secretions. Specialized spa resorts are specialized to the rehabilitation of nervous disorders and post-traumatic states. ImageThe excellent urban layout of Marianske Lazne linked the architecture of buildings and parks with the surrounding landscape in a unique and harmonious entity. In Marianske Lazne you find many spectacular colonnades Imageand the Singing Fountain with hundreds of a jet accompanied by music. Marianske Lazne has 51 springs, each which different chemical composition. All of them, however, contain a great amount of free carbon dioxide and all springs are cool. The best known springs are the Rudolf Spring, the Cross Spring (Krizovy pramen), Ferdinand Spring, the Forest (Lesni) spring, the Ambrose (Ambrozuv) spring and Excelsior.

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