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p>Located in a densely forested region a few kilometers from Por St John's, the
Isinuka Springs are visited by thousand upon thousands of people each year who
seek relief for the various ailments which afflict them.
Traditionally the sulphur water is used to cure stomach and skin ailments.
The name Isinuka, means "place of the smell", referring to the odour of the
sulphur which radiates from the springs, and was given to the springs by the
Mpondo people, who regard the site as a sacred area. To reach the pure spring
water, visitors climb an enormous rock face using a fig tree as an improvised
staircase. The thick remedial mud and bubbling water is believed to contain
chemicals which are capable of curing all ailments.
Visitors are warned that If they do venture up to the springs, they are to
please respect the local culture and watch what they step in.
Nearby Towns:Port St Johns, Wild Coast, Mbotyi, Wild Coast, Coffee Bay, Port Edward, Leisure Bay, Munster, Munster and Glenmore Beach, Glenmore Beach, Palm Beach, Trafalgar, San Lameer, Marina Beach, Southbroom, Ramsgate, Kokstad Nearby Points Of Interest:Silaka Nature Reserve, Cape Hermes Lighthouse, Hluleka Nature Reserve, The Rainbow Route, Mkambati Nature Reserve, Nelson Mandela National Museum, Jonopo Traditional Village And Craft Centre, Wild Coast Sun Casino, Cwebe Nature Reserve, Umtamvuna Nature Reserve, Natal Space Centre, Mpenjati Nature Reserve, Barn Swallows of Umkobi Lagoon, Frederika Nature Reserve, Riverbend Crocodile Farm |
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