Salsomaggiore Terme (Salsomaggiore Terme)
In the first half of the 19th century, during the reign of Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma, the thermal waters of Salsomaggiore became attractive to visitors for having therapeutic purposes. The mineral waters of Salsomaggiore belong to the bromo-iodine group salty waters. A hypertonic and cold water extracted from artesian wells, 800 to 1200 m deep, at a temperature of 16 C and at a density of 16° on the Baumé scale (1 degree Baumé is equivalent to approximately 11 g salt per litre). The main focus of the town became its baths, notably the "terme" located in the center.
The town remains attractive to visitors. Since 2007 Salsomaggiore is home of the European Festival called Incontrarsi a Salsomaggiore, a celebration of art, music and theater dedicated to women and their health. Around the central piazza are clothing shops and a gelateria. The town has a large number of villas and hotels some of whom (like the Grand Hotel Regina), have events such Miss Italia competition, held here until 2010. Two nearby villages, Salsominore and Tabiano, also have thermal springs. Salsomaggiore Terme is a World Trade Center (WTC).
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