In many ancient civilizations bathing and swimming had been a form of luxury. The Romans made elaborate public bathing houses where the elites would take sauna and a dip in the pristine pool. Even the people of Indus valley civilization had built a huge public bathing house where there was a swimming pool. Swimming and bathing have always been a way of relaxation and enjoyment. People flock in millions to the beautiful beaches around the world. But mingling with the crowd may not be your idea of a nice swimming-holiday. For people who would like to enjoy swimming in peace there are wonderful natural swimming holes around the world. Though most of the swimming holes have been discovered, you can still find one or two overlooked swimming holes that have not yet attracted too much attention to themselves. While planning a holiday near a swimming hole always choose a spot from where locality is not far away. After swimming vigorously, you will need refreshment and food. Luckily resorts are being made near the famous and popular swimming holes. In the following you will find names of five of the best swimming holes of the world to help you plan your next holiday.
Grotta della Poesia (Grotto of Poetry), Italy
It is probably the most beautiful grotto of the world. The Grotta della Poesia or the Grotto of Poetry is located just beside the Adriatic Sea, a little way inland. Geographically it is a part of Italy, a land that is rich in mythological stories. There is a story surrounding this grotto as well. It is said that a very beautiful and inspiring muse once bathed in this swimming hole and whoever bathes here will be inspired to create poetry. The water is temperate and pleasant for bathing. For centuries bards from all regions came here, seeking inspiration. You can reach this spot quite easily as it is only 15 miles away from the eminent town of Lecce. Summer months are the best for spending long, lazy days around the grotto and swimming for hours. There are stone steps that make it easier for people to reach the water. Torre dell’ Orso is the nearest place where you will get yummy gelatos and cornetti. The hotels are also good and you will get everything that you need.
Marieta Island, Mexico
A holiday trip to the Marieta Island in Mexico can be rewarding for several reasons. The secret of Marieta Islands is that there is a beach hidden from human eyes and you can enjoy both the swimming hole and the beach away from prying eyes. Reaching the beach won’t be too easy but easy things are rarely fun. You will have to cover a short distance from Puerto Vallarta in boat and then swim through the cave if you want to reach the lonely beach. The water is crystal clear and from your sit on the beach you can enjoy watching variety of fishes and whales swimming in the distance. It is a good place for romantic picnics and skinny dipping.
Little River, Virginia
In the southwest of Virginia, the Little River flows through the Blue Ridge Mountains. When the summer months make you frustrated and desperate you should pack your bags for a weekend trip to Floyd and spend happy hours swimming alone or with your closest bunch of friends at the quiet and calm river water. You will find many small hotels around this spot where the pork burgers are quite famous.
Erawan Waterfalls, Thailand
According to the Hindu mythology, the king of the gods, Indra, had a beautiful and powerful white elephant, which had three heads. The seven overlapping waterfalls, located at the Kanchanaburi Province of Thailand, have been named after that mythological white elephant Erawan. It looks similar to the head of that elephant. There are many scenic water pools at this place. You can plan an entire day at this place and enjoy the beauty of the natural waterfalls and the many water pools. You can swim at each of the pool and it will take around 4 hours to tour this place. The Erawan waterfalls spawn over a 212 square mile big park.
God’s Bath, California
If you want to get rid of the humdrum social routine and the buzz of busy cities then pack your bags and head for God’s Bath in California. It is the ideal swimming hole for the adventure seeker. You can enjoy a variety of swimming sports like cliff diving, and snorkeling. The smooth stones are good for spending lazy hours munching tasty sandwiches and sunbathing. The waterfalls and crystal clear water can make anyone happy. The location is famous for its quaint beauty yet not too crowded. It is the best place for avoiding noise and chaos.