ARTICLE - Wanderlust & Lipstick - HAMAM ACOUTERMENTS IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Centuries ago, Ottoman homes were built without bathrooms. To get clean, one just needed to head to their local hamam. Not only did the hamam provide an important hygiene function for the community but it was also a place to socialize and celebrate. Women would gather on their own side of the hamam to gossip, perform ritual baths before a wedding or even to enjoy some music, dancing and food. Once at the hamam, you could easily linger for hours with your family and friends.

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