Hungary has one of the largest thermal water reserves in the world

Hungary is well-known for its thermal baths. There are springs and underground reserves basically every second corner of the country. In some towns, you can even find taps that perpetually pour out artesian water for free. Therefore, it is an undeniable fact that Hungary has an abundance of thermal water reserves and other kinds of underground water.

From Magyarnemzet.hu we know that Hungary has the fifth-largest thermal water reserve in the world. This information was shared during the opening ceremony of the annual assembly of the Hungarian Balneology Association. Thermal water is also referred to as medicinal water, due to its beneficiary effects on people’s health. Thermal water is a treasure, a unique and unparalleled Hungaricum, which has immeasurable value — said Sándor Lezsák, the deputy speaker of the National Assembly.

National treasure

Lakitelek recently caught up with other renowned bathing cities such as Hajdúszoboszló, Mórahalom, Szolnok, Hévíz etc. The politician also mentioned a few specific complaints that the water of Lakitelek can be good for. However, the baths of the country are important for another reason too: tradition.

The politician went on to explain the importance of thermal water and how it is an important part of Hungarian culture. Of course, there is no speech without mentioning national tragedies like Trianon. He said that during the treaty not only two-thirds of the country was taken away, but just as many thermal baths. After the second world war, the rush for oil led to the exploration of many thermal water reserves and springs.