Williamsburg Salt Spa , known as the first salt spa on the East Coast, has become a popular destination in Virginia's Colonial Capitol in the last several years. Opened in 2008, this spa contains over 15 tons of imported therapeutic salt. The walls, floor and ceiling in the treatment room are covered with this special salt.
Fortunately for me, this wonderful spa is only about a one-hour drive from my home in Richmond Virginia. Last Saturday, a friend and I spent 45 minutes in this spa's treatment room. While in this room lounging in "zero gravity" recliners, a group of us got to enjoy the benefits of being in a microclimate of therapeutic salts. According to the Williamsburg Salt Spa website, some of the additional minerals present in the salty air are: sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, bromine and iodine. Also, this atmosphere nearly replicates that of Wieliczka Salt Mine, known as the largest underground rehabilitation and treatment center in the world.
Above is outside of the Williamsburg Salt Spa building. The front door goes to the gift shop filled with salt lamps.
Although this particular salt spa treatment lasted just 45 minutes, I felt very well rested at the end of the session and also could breathe more easily. As someone who sporadically uses an inhaler for shortness of breath, I personally felt the salt spa experience was very beneficial for my breathing---even if those benefits could be temporary. Of course, like with most other therapeutic treatments, results can vary from one individual to another.
The plaque inside the gift shop indicates a fairly recent distinction awarded to Williamsburg Salt Spa.
Above are some of the salt lamps and other items found in the gift shop area of the spa.
Above are more salt lamps and bags of Himalayan bath salt to have a "spa" experience at home.
Above is an interesting looking salt lamp that appears to replicate an actual table lamp and shade.
Above is another therapeutic use of Himalayan salt found in the bathroom as a hand scrub.
When you get a chance to tour Historic Colonial Williamsburg, consider making an appointment with Williamsburg Salt Spa for a very relaxing and enjoyable experience. I highly recommend it!
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