The Quinamavida Hot Springs, which means "five hills" in the Mapuche language, is located about 10 miles (16 km) Northeast of Linares in Región del Maule, near the shores of Lake Colbún.
According to a legend, the source of the springs was discovered by a woodsman that was surrounded by a forest fire and, because he was in the water and protected by the vapor, he managed to survive without suffering any injuries.
At one time these waters were exported to Europe as mineral water for drinking and they were hardly ever used as a tourist resource. Nowadays, modern deals on hotel stays and improvements in infrastructure have changed the situation, turning these springs into one of the most popular across the region.
Gastronomy
The gastronomy in the central zone of Chile, there is a wide choice of dishes throughout the year, you can't go in chile without having tasted the traditional Chilean empanadas or without having tasted a good vinochileno. The charquicán, casserole or the sopaipillas with pebre to spend the cold winter or preparations made from corn such as pastel de choclo and the tamales that are characteristic of summer. Also you can refresh with a good motto with huesillo peach and mote.
You can also find a variety of fish and shellfish that are located along the Chilean coast. Stew of conger eel, clams with Parmesan cheese, shrimp empanadas and oysters Pil pil are just some of the dishes more characteristic and favourite of the country.
Tour: From Linerares to Las Termas de Quinamávida.
Recommendations
The climate is Mediterranean, hot in summer and cold in winter. The average annual temperature is around 13° C. The central zone of Chile is considered the warmest of the country. In summer temperatures surpass 30 ° C.
Stores in rural areas are open all day, but they close between 13.00 and 15.00. We advise you to carry local currency (Chilean pesos), since it isn’t possible to pay with debit or credit cards in kiosks and rural stores.
Do not litter on parks or streets. Taking care of our environment is everyone's responsibility. Avoid fines by following the rules.