International Bath Day

Today, most people primarily shower to save time. However, June 14—International Bath Day—is an excellent occasion to take a bath with some foam and relax. For millions who join in on this wonderful holiday, it’s an opportunity to enjoy splashing about and do something pleasant for themselves.

History

It’s not just a day on the holiday calendar dedicated to bathing. In many cultures and religions, bathing is associated with a ritual of physical and, more importantly, spiritual cleansing.

Why is International Bath Day on June 14? It is believed that on this day, Archimedes, while taking a bath, realized how to calculate the volume of a body by immersing it in water. According to legend, this event took place a week before the first day of summer. The Greeks used the astronomical calendar, according to which summer began on June 21, so a week earlier would have been June 14.

Interesting Facts

• In the 11th century, the ritual of knighting began with bathing, symbolizing the soldier’s physical and spiritual cleansing before heaven.
• International Bath Day is not only an occasion to take a bath but also to learn more about Archimedes, as it is thanks to him that we celebrate this day.
• Showers typically use much less water than baths.
• The oldest known bath was found in Greece. It is about 3,500 years old and was used by a queen. The bath was a simple heat-treated clay tub.

How to Take Part

Make your own or purchase handmade soap. The internet offers a huge selection of recipes with various fragrances and ingredients. You can add essential oils, salt, or bath foam to the water.

Another way to celebrate International Bath Day is to visit a sauna with friends.

When is International Bath Day in 2025?

International Bath Day is observed on June 14 each year.

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