Gedikpasa Hammam Ritual

Description

Package Content:

• 15-minute warm marble rest,
• 10-minute scrub,
• 20-minute full body foam massage performed by a therapist of the same gender.

We offer the traditional hamam experience dating back centuries with modern touches. This unique ritual opens with our guests lying comfortably on the navel stone and starting to sweat. While your skin softens and your mind calms down, natir for women, tellak for men, prepare your skin for the next stage by removing dead skin with disposable scrubs.

Afterwards, this special care is completed with a foamy massage using traditional hamam soap. Your hair is also carefully washed throughout the therapy, and you will feel renewed from head to toe.

With the Hamam Ritual therapy, your skin will be softer, brighter and renewed, and you will leave all the stress in your body behind.

Know Before You Go

• Male and female sections are seperated and with same-gender therapists’ service.
• Towels, single-use kese (glove), single-use underwear, slippers, and cosmetics are provided for all guests.
• All massage rooms are private except for the foam massage applied during the hammam ritual in the baths.
• All changing rooms are private.
• Drinks and treats are served for all guests: Turkish Coffee, Tea, Turkish Delight, Sherbet, Nuts, Fruit.
• Children under 6 years old are not permitted in the hammam. Guests under 14 may enter the hammam only when accompanied by an adult.
• Pregnant guests are not allowed to enter the hammam. Those with heart disease, diabetes, or asthma are advised against using the bath. Gedikpasa Hamami disclaims any responsibility in such cases.
• The use of the bath is not recommended for guests who have recently consumed alcohol.

Halvet ( Extras) (Private Section attached to public bath):
Add-On can be used with any of the options listed. This area’s doors are closed by a full-size curtain to have privacy

History of Gedikpasa Hamami

550 Years of History : “Historical Experience, Unique Peace”

Gedikpasa Hamami, situated in old city part of Istanbul, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Turkish bathhouses dating back to the Ottoman era. Commissioned by Gedik Ahmet Pasha, a prominent military commander during the reign of Sultan Mehmed II, the construction of the hamam was completed in 1475. This historical landmark has since retained its architectural charm and cultural significance through various periods of restoration and preservation efforts.

The hamam follows the traditional layout typical of Turkish bathhouses, featuring separate sections for men and women. Its design highlights intricate tile work, domed ceilings, and marble interiors, all characteristic of Ottoman-era architecture. Such features not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also contribute to the authentic experience of Turkish bathing rituals.