The History of Saunas
The History of Saunas For nearly 10,000 years, people have been using heat for many reasons. From outdoor fires for cooking and warmth to indoor heating to boiling water and creating steam, every culture has definitive reasons why saunas are essential to the culture and belief system in the area. We talk about how various ethnic regions used bathhouses and steam rooms to fulfill social, health, and enlightening goals in this article. We will also touch on the newest treatments helping people detoxify and purify the body and soul. In Finland, saunas are a necessity, not a commodity The oldest use of saunas dates back to 7,000 years B.C. Finnish people are thought to be the first people to use these hot boxes. As the society grew, so did the use of steam rooms. Today, nearly 3 million saunas are in use around the country. Almost every house has a hot room. For the Finnish, congregating in a steam room is an everyday activity. This country is a leader in dry heat therapy,...