Nestled in Istanbul's historic district, this traditional Turkish hammam welcomes visitors with the promise of age-old wellness traditions. Its entrance, marked by a time-worn wooden door and Ottoman calligraphy, gives way to a warm, aromatic interior. The air inside is a comforting blend of eucalyptus, lavender, and olive oil soap. The main bathing area is graced by a domed ceiling with tiny glass windows, allowing streams of sunlight to dance on the marble floor. At the heart of the room, a heated marble slab, known as the göbektaşı, offers a spot for invigorating body scrubs and massages, where tensions of the world outside melt away.