Bathing is not only important for modern hygiene but throughout history, it has carried somewhat of symbolic meaning. In Medieval Europe, for example, bathing was a purification ritual that was used in a religious context. During the 11th century, before a soldier could be knighted, they first had to be bathed or bathe themselves to purify themselves before the eyes of heaven.
When is International Bath Day?
This year (2022) June 14 (Tuesday)
Next year (2023) June 14 (Wednesday)
Last year (2021) June 14 (Monday)
The Greek mathematician and scientist Archimedes discovered that the volume of an object can be accurately measured while submerged in water. According to legend, he discovered this fact while taking a bath on June 14th. And it’s for this reason that we now celebrate International Bath Day. That makes this day a good one to learn more about Archimedes, or if you’re not interested in history or scientific achievement, then you can celebrate it by taking a bath.
Some Fascinating Facts About Baths
As we researched the origins of this holiday, we came across some fascinating facts about baths and bathing, so we decided to share these facts with everyone who happens to be reading this right now.
Baths Use More Water Than Showers
As a general rule, showers use less water than baths. Showerheads generally have a flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute. This means that a shower that lasts 15 minutes only uses 37.5-gallons of water. On the other hand, depending on the size of the tub, a bath can use up to 70-80 gallons of water at a time.
The Oldest Bathtub Found Was Discovered In Greece
The oldest bathtub ever found was discovered in Knossos, Greece in the Queen’s bathroom. This bathtub dates back over 3,500-years ago. And for those who are interested, this tub was made from fired clay.
Observing International Bath Day
International Bath Day is a holiday that can be observed in several different ways. You can take the time to introduce your children to Archimedes or basic physics, or you can simply take the time on this day to make yourself a bath.
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