Jermuk

Jermuk is a resort town located 170 km south-east of Yerevan and considered to be one of the main SPAs in country. Jermuk is within the mountains of Vayots Dzor Region, among thick forests. The town became popular thanks to unique thermal-mineral springs around which it has grown. “Jerm” means “warm” in Armenian. The water comes out from the geyser spring (water temperature reaches +60 С). The water is heavily saturated with carbon dioxide and is used for drinking, baths, treatment of intestines, liver, and nervous disorders. Jermuk water is known far beyond the republic’s borders and is similar to the well-known mineral water in Karlovy Vary. It is also famous for its mineral water  “Jermuk” brands bottled in the town.