In the northern part of the Atlantic is the small island of Iceland, which, together with the nearby islands, makes up a state with the same name. The climate here is quite severe, despite this, hundreds of thousands of tourists come to Iceland every year. Here they are attracted by the unique nature of the northern region: unforgettable volcanic landscapes, rivers, picturesque lakes and waterfalls. On this island there are sleeping, active and so-called mud volcanoes, as well as geyser fields. Here is the famous geothermal resort Blue Lagoon. Iceland (see the resort photo below) is proud of it, since there are no more such places on the whole planet.
And it is located in the south-west of the island, on the Reykjanes Peninsula, which is formed mainly from porous lava. And this lava is so loose that sea water seeps through it calmly. And in this regard, deep underground tanks formed with hot geothermal water. First, in 1976, a geothermal power station appeared here . Then, in the early 90s, local residents discovered a warm blue lake near it , in which they began to swim. At first, the authorities forbade them to do this, then, after all, they allowed and built a platform and locker rooms in this place. And already in 1996, the Blue Lagoon SPA complex (Iceland) appeared, in which there was already a recreation area, cafe and restaurant. A clinic for the treatment of skin diseases was also built here. And for the entertainment of visitors, the lagoon was equipped with passages, bridges and waterfalls.
And since then, the Blue Lagoon has become the main attraction of this country. Iceland is actively using this resort. And the whole point is not only in the temperature of this local water. It is also rich in quartz, mineral salts, green and blue algae, which soften and nourish the skin. And therapeutic mud heals and cleanses it. Mineral salts have a calming effect on the whole body, healing it at the same time. And here all the procedures are carried out in the open air, right in the lagoon itself with the use of cosmetics produced on site from the materials that the Blue Lagoon provides. Iceland, thanks to these cosmetics, also has an additional source of income. Creams and shampoos "local spill" is actively sold to tourists.
And in the SPA center itself, you can go through various procedures. For example, salt peeling. It uses natural oils and mineral salts of the Blue Lagoon. And after this, dead skin cells exfoliate, and it becomes clean and smooth. They also recommend taking a contrast shower after salt peeling. Pure Icelandic water is used for it. This anti-aging treatment softens the skin and stimulates blood circulation. But this is far from all types of salt peeling that the Blue Lagoon resort offers. Iceland and Icelanders are on top here. For example, after peeling, an algae wrap is performed. In this case, a mask of them is applied to the body, and a person sways smoothly for half an hour on the surface of the water. And he is being given a head and face massage at this time. And after the end of the wrapping, the client is waiting for a 50-minute general body massage.
True, this resort does not have a hotel. But it is completely replaced by a clinic in which you can rent a room after arriving in such a wonderful country like Iceland. The blue lagoon, a tour in which will pay off with younger skin and a healthy body, will welcome everyone. Indeed, in this clinic, which is located near the lake, there is a lobby, a gym and a restaurant - everything is just like in a hotel. Here you can also rent bathrobes and towels. Also, tourists staying at the clinic receive a bracelet with an electronic wallet, which you can pay for drinks and food in the bar.