Wellness · Siwa Oasis، Matrouh
Cleopatra’s Spring (Ain Guba) Siwa
Siwa’s most famous circular stone thermal bath, bubbling with warm fresh mineral water under towering date palms, legendary as Cleopatra’s bathing pool.
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The story
Known historically as the Spring of the Sun described by Herodotus in the 5th century BC. This stone-lined circular spring pool is fed by artesian bubbling waters maintaining a constant balmy temperature year-round. Legend holds that Queen Cleopatra bathed here during her desert voyage, now surrounded by charming palm-frond cafes.
Visiting tips
Swimming here after floating in the salt lakes washes away mineral crusts. Nearby rustic cafes serve freshly squeezed fruit juices and Siwan herbal tea.