Jermuk, Vayots Dzor Province, Armenia

🇦🇲 Jermuk, is a mountain spa town and the centre of the Jermuk Municipality of the Vayots Dzor Province in southern Armenia, at a road distance of 53 km east of the provincial capital Yeghegnadzor. It was considered one of the popular destinations for medical tourism in the Soviet Union.

Industry The natural water bottling industry has its deep roots in the town of Jermuk. The first factory known as "Jermuk Mayr Gortsaran" was founded in 1951. Nowadays, Jermuk is home to many large water bottling factories, with the largest one being the "Jermuk Group" operating since 1999. In 2015–16, Jermuk Mayr Gortsaran was acquired by "Jermuk Group", where a new production line was launched in order to increase the capacity of the factory and boost exports. The bottled water branded as Jermuk is largely exported to several markets around the world.

Tourist Industry Another key sector in the economy of Jermuk is tourism. The town is home to several health resorts and spas, and is one of the main touristic destinations for those who visit Armenia. Visitors come for the natural environment of Jermuk and the mountains of Vayots Dzor (3,000 meters), the waterfalls, the curing water pools, hotels and health spas, sanatoriums, the cableway and alpine sports facilities. It is considered the centre of medical tourism in Armenia.

Gndevank Monastery dating back to the 10th century, is one of the most attractive nearby destinations. It is located just 10 km (6.2 mi) west of Jermuk.

The town is home to a number of prominent resorts and sanatoriums, including Grand Resort Jermuk, Gladzor Sanatorium, Olympia Sanatorium, Jermuk Armenia Health Spa, Ararat Health Spa, Jermuk Moscow Health Resort, Jermuk Ashkharh Health Center, and Jermuk Resort & Spa. There are also many small hotels and guest houses in Jermuk.

Jermuk is among the 3 towns of Armenia that are allowed to accommodate gambling houses and activities.