Thermal waters in Kosino

The Carpathians with their nature, mineral springs and friendly hospitable people are one of the diamonds in the necklace of precious stones of Ukraine.

Underground waters that have a temperature above twenty degrees are called thermal. Seeping through layers of different rocks, they are enriched, absorbing all mineral and biological substances. Any thermal source is useful, but if it also contains active microelements such as iodine, calcium bromine, magnesium, tungsten and many, many others, then, when used correctly, it has the strongest healing properties. Their healing effect was well known back in the days of the Roman Empire. Today, Transcarpathia can offer three terminals of healing water, and one of them is the thermal waters in Kosino.

Indications for treatment in thermal waters in Kosino

The component composition of thermal water in Kosino is unique. Such a selection of active components cannot be found anywhere else not only in Ukraine, but also in Europe. Similar properties have water from only one source - the famous Hungarian sanatorium "Gajduszoboszlo".

According to their characteristics, thermal waters in Kosino are classified as sodium chloride springs with an average degree of mineralization. The healing water has a yellow-brown hue, and the temperature at the well outlet is 38 - 40 ^o C. Although the actual temperature at the sampling site is 60 - 80 ^o C.

Medical indications for treatment in thermal waters in Kosino:

• Diseases that affect the human musculoskeletal system, as well as the consequences of fractures and injuries to bone tissue and muscles.
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system.
• Some pathologies associated with the human nervous system.
• Pathology of the skin.
• Mineralized water Kosini perfectly removes salts from the kidneys.

Contraindications to treatment in thermal waters in Kosino

Contraindications to treatment in thermal waters in Kosino are minor, but they still exist. These include those health problems for which sodium chloride baths are not recommended. And these are:

• Vegetative polyneuropathy.
• Chronic renal failure stage II-III.
• Thrombophlebitis in the initial stage.
• Inflammatory and infectious diseases during exacerbation.
• Cancer.
• Tuberculosis.
• Severe heart damage.
• Diabetes mellitus.
• Fungal skin diseases.
• Predisposition to bleeding.

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Thermal waters in Kosino in winter

It doesn't matter what time of year it is, be it winter or summer, on the territory of the health resort complex Kosino everything is organized for vacationers so that anyone can receive medical procedures and entertainment all year round. Thermal waters in Kosino are as accessible to vacationers in winter as at any other time of the year.

Thermal waters in Kosino are represented by four Aqua pools:

• Large thermal pool

It operates all year round, including in winter. The temperature maintained in it is 39 – 41 ^o C. The pool is connected by a small passage to the "Royal Hall" of the sanatorium, where you can calmly relax, stretch and warm up a little.

Here, if necessary, your blood pressure can be measured. Without going outside, you can easily get to the rest room, to a massage specialist, to the shower room and even small shops at the complex.

A small thermal pool, which operates only in the summer. The temperature in it is maintained at about 41 ^o C.

• Fresh water swimming pool with "Aqua-bar"

Temperature indicators are within 30 ^o C. This pool is open and works only during the warm period. But here you can not only improve your health, swim, but also relax, listening to good music. Those who wish can taste wonderful dishes of Hungarian cuisine and try a variety of drinks.

• Children's pool

It operates only in the summer. Its depth is small (about half a meter) and allows children to feel comfortable in it.

On the territory of the thermal water complex in Kosino there is an excellent playground for children, which can be used at any time of the year. There is also a barbecue area. Hot juicy shashliks can be enjoyed with pleasure even in winter.

Sanatoriums in Kosino on thermal waters

Hot geysers of thermal waters rise from the very heart of the Carpathian Mountains. The depth of the well is about 1190 meters. Passing this way, the healing mineral water cools down a little from 55 to 41 ^o C, and it gets into the pools at the same temperature.

This water contains active substances of silicon, carbon dioxide and chloride compounds, nitrogen, sodium of high mineralization. If necessary, anyone can get advice and prescription from doctors working at the sanatorium and resort complex Casino.

The main course of treatment involves taking therapeutic baths (pool) three times a day for 15–20 minutes.

Here you can also enjoy "Kneipp baths" for your feet, which activate blood circulation. Alternating cold and hot water helps to dilate blood vessels, improve blood supply, boost the immune system, stabilize the nervous system, and reduce the effects of pain in the feet.

Sanatoriums in Kosino on thermal waters are represented by double rooms with a common hall and amenities and one two-room suite with an exit to the terrace. The room has a kitchen with dishes, a refrigerator, a microwave oven and other appliances. In addition to health procedures, hospitable hosts also offer a fairly rich entertainment program: introductory excursion tours to the nearby pearls of the Carpathians. You will also be offered rest, without leaving your cottage: aromatic juicy shashlik or bograch - a very tasty dish of Hungarian cuisine, cooked on an open fire. And, of course, the amazing nature of the Carpathians. 200-year-old oaks that surround the thermal waters in Kosino on all sides. It is impressive.

The pools are presented not only in the classic version, but are also equipped with multiple fountains, underwater geysers. They are also adapted for recreation of people with disabilities.

The services of the Kosino sanatorium and health resort are constantly expanding. Today, they are only able to accept vacationers directly with accommodation. In the near future, several more buildings are planned to be put into operation.

Even though the Kosino thermal water sanatoriums cannot boast of a super-modern European-style arrangement of both the health resort itself and the surrounding areas - this is all in the future, but this is not an obstacle for those who want to get better and get in close touch with untouched, pristine nature. There are always plenty of such eager ones, and on weekends, there are often entire queues of those wishing to get to the thermal pools. People come with their families, for several days, staying in hotel rooms or rented rooms (apartments).

But the service already has a European level. Attentive and friendly staff, very ergonomic arrangement of everyday life. When visiting thermal pools, a vacationer can put his things in a locker, which is closed (opened) with a magnet, which is built into a numbered rubber bracelet, put on the vacationer's hand.

Prices for thermal waters in Kosino

The prices for thermal waters in Kosino are quite affordable and will suit the average Ukrainian.

• The entrance ticket is for a minimum two-hour visit to the thermal water in Kosino and costs 50 UAH.
• Maximum six-hour package – 130 UAH.
• Every subsequent half hour will cost the vacationer 10 UAH.
• If desired, the patient can use the safe, for which he will have to leave 20 UAH.
• Rent a sun lounger - 20 UAH.
• Rent a locker for things - 20 UAH.

Payment is also differentiated for children:

Children up to 90 cm tall undergo all the above procedures free of charge.

For children up to 140 cm tall, the prices are as follows:

• Minimum two-hour thermal water package in Kosino - 30 UAH.
• Every subsequent half hour – 5 UAH.
• Maximum six-hour package – 70 UAH.

Room rates:

• Renting a two-room apartment with a terrace and a kitchen will cost 350 UAH per day.
• Double room with a shared hall with amenities for two rooms – 250 UAH.

And also the sanatorium service in Kosino offers such services as:

• Finnish sauna.
• Parking.
• Internet Wi-Fi.

Reviews of thermal waters in Kosino

Before heading to a new vacation spot, and especially for treatment, it is worth visiting the Internet and finding out reviews about the thermal waters in Kosino from those vacationers who have already visited this wonderful health resort. The reviews are mostly positive, there are simply enthusiastic ones.

As the mother of two children aged 8 and 11 writes, they had a rest in the thermal waters in Kosino with the whole family. “My husband and I and the kids really liked it. On the territory of the complex, each member of the family found a rest with medical procedures to their taste. The kids had a terribly fun time, because Kosino has an excellent organization of water entertainment and other attractions. The complex composition of the thermal waters is quite impressive - we tested it on our bodies. The effect is truly amazing. The foot pool is also impressive. I advise everyone to try it without fail!!! Well-organized and excellent cuisine.”

Another review, but this time from a representative of the stronger half of humanity. Igor was on holiday and treated in the company of friends: “This summer my friends and I decided to visit the thermal springs in Kosino. We found ourselves in Europe on the territory of our Ukraine. We had a lot of fun: swimming pools, sauna, specialist consultations, a cafe, a beauty salon... The nature is super, a very beautiful place. I recommend it to everyone and wish you a great holiday.” Or another one: “The thermal waters in Kosino can be seen even on the way to the spring. Buildings with spires on towers about 40 meters high. The architectural style in which the buildings are decorated is a classic Austro-Hungarian style. I really liked how the wooden parts of the complex are decorated - quite original drawings. As the reception of the health resort Kosino is presented - this is the best example of reception design in Transcarpathia.” And there are a great many such reviews about the thermal waters in Kosino. The popularity of the complex is growing at an incredible rate, not allowing the construction and repair work that is being carried out on the territory of the source to keep up with it. Therefore, there are some people who are dissatisfied with the rest in these places.

For example, these: "My husband and I visited the healing springs in Kosino. We had already tried this health resort and were "wildly delighted". The second trip was a disappointment. Crowds of people, no way to get anywhere, we were given one locker for several people (strangers). I understand that this is being done so that more people can get healthy, but this is also wrong! Outraged!!!"

The management and employees of the health resort complex do everything in their power to solve all medical and everyday inconveniences of vacationers as soon as possible: additional buildings are being built, the kitchen is being expanded, the parking lot, etc. The administration of the complex is grateful to its visitors for the feedback they left about visiting the thermal waters in Kosino, both positive and negative - this gives them the opportunity to decide on the most promising direction of their development, and to latently eliminate all unpleasant moments in service.

It is no secret that hot springs of mineral water have a beneficial effect on the general condition of the human body, except for those cases when the composition of the water is not suitable for patients with a specific disease. The healing properties that the thermal waters in Kosino are endowed with fill the human body with health. A few procedures are enough to feel and see the result of their action.

The popularity of the health resort complex Kosino is growing every second, because you can improve your health and bask in the warm thermal waters at any time of the year and in any weather, winter is no exception. And the surrounding nature of Transcarpathia will also provide you with a wonderful mood.