Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Built Environment (hierarchy name)
4. Single Built Works (hierarchy name)
5. single built works (built environment)
6. [single built works by specific type]
7. [single built works by function]
8. institutional buildings
9. health and welfare buildings
10. health facilities

Narrower term/s

• public baths[+]
  • thermae
  • balnea
  • hammams

Anotations

Scope note:

Buildings or open air structures housing facilities for patients or clients undergoing medical treatment by bathing and similar remedial agencies, usually with a large communal bathing area, or a series of cubicles or apartments arranged for bathing.