Getting into hot water: Aershan, Inner Mongolia
It is located in the Aershan National Geopark, under theadministration of the Hinggan League in Inner Mongoliaautonomous region.
Four hot-spring regions have been found here, and the 76springs in total have been categorized into cold springs,warm springs, hot springs, and high-heat springs.
Some 48 springs are scattered along a grassland areaabout 500 meters long and 70 meters wide, with watertemperatures ranging from 2 to 48 C. The waters are rich intrace elements and are believed to be highly beneficial tohealth.
It is said that different springs offer cures for differentailments, including rheumatic arthritis, trichophytia, highacid gastritis and neurodermatitis, among others.
There are several options for spas here. The one with the best facilities is the Spring Museumof China, which is also the most expensive — about 300 yuan per head. There are public bathsin the museum, so tourists need to bring swimsuits.
Another spa is called Jinjianggou Valley, an outdoor bath that is close to a forest park. It offersthe cheapest spas, at 80 yuan each. There are also simple but cheap hotels nearby.
Adapted from an original story which first appeared in Traveler magazine.
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