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There are many mineral water springs in the territory of the village. The water springs with a 12-liter per second capacity, from a depth of around 1600 m (5250 ft), and with a temperature of around 40 °C (105 °F). It is lightly mineralized, containing hydro-carbonates, sulfates,
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calcium, magnesium, silica and fluorine. It is used for treating respiratory, kidney and stomach problems.
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