Discover Jermuk (Ջերմուկ), Armenia
Jermuk (Ջերմուկ, map) is a spa resort town in Vayots Dzor Province, in southern Armenia. The town covers 55.14 sq km (21.3 sq mi) and has a population of 6,200.
Guide to Jermuk Hotels
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More on Jermuk
Jermuk is about 2,080 m (6,824 ft) above sea level. It is located in a pristine surrounding, which explain why it is also a major production center for mineral water. The name Jermuk means "geyser" in the Armenian language. The town has a popular hot spring as well as a huge waterfall and mineral water pools.
 River canyon in Jermuk, Armenia Author: Moreau.henri (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported)
The earliest mention of Jermuk goes back to the 13th century, although a basilica and a fortress have existed here as early as the 8th century. The mineral water of Jermuk is believed during ancient times to have healing properties, earning the town a reputation as a convalescent destination, even in ancient times.
Due to its excellent location, Jermuk is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination. People come here to enjoy its water, not only to drink it but also to soak in it. There are also hikes to various nature spots around the town. The river in Jermuk creates a picturesque canyon with cascading waterfalls that is particularly beautiful during autumn. The town now also hosts the annual FIDE Grand Prix Jermuk Chess Tournament.
 Jermuk Waterfall in Jermuk, Armenia Author: MEDIACRAT (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported)
Visiting Jermuk
There are vans (marshutnis) and buses from the Kilikia Bus Terminal in Yerevan heading for Jermuk. It is also possible to get a shared taxi from the same terminal.
Places of Interest in Jermuk
- Gndevank Monastery
Fortified monastery below the cliffs at the village of Gndevaz.
- Jermuk Lake
A large reservoir lake in Jermuk.
- Jermuk Waterfall
A lovely waterfall that cascades down the rocky cliff.
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