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Sutro Baths Ruins

San Francisco, California

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Opened in 1896, the Sutro Baths featured seven pools and could accommodate up to 10,000 visitors at a time!

A mysterious fire in 1966 destroyed the complex, leaving behind the hauntingly beautiful ruins you see today.

Adolph Sutro, the creator, showcased his eclectic collection, including a real Egyptian mummy, in the bath's museum.

In the 1930s, the baths were converted into an ice skating rink, making it a year-round attraction.

Ingeniously designed, the pools were filled by the ocean's tides, using a natural pump system to circulate fresh seawater.

The baths had hidden tunnels that were used for maintenance and to access the pools from the ocean.

In its heyday, the baths attracted a diverse crowd, offering affordable recreation for people from all walks of life.

The baths featured a 30-foot diving platform, thrilling visitors with daring dives and acrobatics.

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