The first records of the existence of hot springs on the banks of the Cubatão River were made by Loccok in 1809, which revealed occurrences of waters similar to those of Harrogate (English Spa), most of which have a considerable temperature.
In 1812 a few bottles of water were brought to the Court, and in 1813 the Imperial Government became aware that the inhabitants of the surrounding area were seeking these waters to alleviate their illness. Some even built huts to stay longer.
When indigenous tribes were found to have destroyed the rustic and makeshift facilities, the imperial government ...
