What Are Hot Springs?
Hot springs are a natural phenomenon that occur when water is heated by geothermal energy below the earth’s surface. The water is then forced to the surface by the pressure of the heated rock and becomes a hot spring. Hot springs are found all over the world and vary in temperature, size, and appearance. Some hot springs are large enough to swim in, while others are just a small pool of water. The water in hot springs can be as hot as boiling or just a few degrees above body temperature.