The Tradition of Hammams in Turkish Culture: A Ritual of Cleansing and Community
Hammams, or Turkish baths, have been an integral part of Turkish culture for centuries, serving not only as places for physical cleansing but also as social and cultural hubs. Rooted in ancient Roman and Byzantine bathing traditions, the hammam evolved under the Ottoman Empire into a cherished and enduring ritual. In Turkish culture, the hammam […]