Name: Two ways to warm up: Finnish saunas and northeast China bathhouses
Uploaded: 2026-01-28T17:41:08+08:00
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Description: Both Finnish saunas and Chinese hot baths reveal the diverse ways high-latitude cultures adapt to winter, while also creating unique tourism experiences.

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Both Finnish saunas and Chinese hot baths reveal the diverse ways high-latitude cultures adapt to winter, while also creating unique tourism experiences. In Finland, National Sauna Day is celebrated on the second Saturday of June. With around 3 million saunas for a population of 5.5 million, according to a BBC report, the Finnish sauna is a sacred, quiet space for relaxation. Traditional practice involves birch whisking to stimulate circulation and cooling off in ice water or snow. Public saunas often host special activities such as ice swimming or music performances.

In contrast, northeast China's winter bathing culture thrives in a lively, social atmosphere. Although there is no nationwide "bath day," seasonal bathing, especially after the Winter Solstice, is a popular tradition. Local bathhouses bring families and friends together, and scrubbing rituals are a distinctive feature of the experience.

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