"WITNESS-Head for a Turkish bath if the heat is on
21 Sep 2006 04:00:26 GMT
Source: Reuters
By Gareth Jones
ISTANBUL, Sept 21 (Reuters) - A Turkish bath might seem the last place to seek refuge when the heat is on.
But when temperatures on the streets top 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit), there are few better places than a 'hammam' to escape the din and stress of Istanbul life.
You may sweat copiously, but you come out feeling refreshed, serene and very clean."
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