Spa, unlike ayurveda, yoga, and meditation is more of a Western
concept rather than Eastern.
Spas date back to Greek and Roman times if not before. The Romans
built many bathhouses and used them for therapeutic purposes.
For centuries, Europeans have used spas to treat ailments such
as rheumatism, arthritis, infertility, eye soreness, and skin
irritation.
In Britain, the term ‘spa’ did not come into usage
until the 16th century. A Spa can be defined as a place where
natural waters are used for therapeutic purposes or ‘health
by water’, or a place where therapeutic treatments are
given using healing waters. Whatever the definition may be,
natural water is a vital component.
Not so long ago, the word ‘spa’ conjured up the
image of plush health farms where the rich women and famous
went to lose a few pounds and hang out. Today, however, the
word spa covers a vast array of health-orientated getaways.
Modern spas are established worldwide as places for recuperation
and rest, and have a more holistic approach
The prime reason why people visit spas is to relax, reduce stress,
and lose weight; to be pampered with massages, facials, and
water therapies. However, spas are also addressing serious medical
problems. Whether it is a skyline city spas or a rural retreats,
the ultimate spa experience is all about ‘whatever it
does for you’.
The Spa concept, generally new to Sri Lanka, is growing fast
and hotels are sprucing up their image by opening plush spas
with an Eastern touch. It is fast becoming a must-have for the
health conscious-with the fastest growing trend among men! |
