Jermuk waterfall

"Jermuk Waterfall, also known as “Mermaid’s Hair,” is one of Armenia’s most beautiful waterfalls, located in Jermuk city, Vayots Dzor province. A fascinating legend is associated with the waterfall’s name. According to the tale, a noble Armenian family once lived on the cliffs, and their beautiful daughter fell in love with a shepherd’s son. Every night, she would lower a long rope to help him climb up for a secret meeting. When her father discovered their love, he cursed her, saying: “If you meet him again, you will turn into a mermaid and never leave the water.” On their next meeting, the curse came true—the girl transformed into a mermaid, and her flowing hair became the cascading waterfall. This is why Jermuk Waterfall is sometimes called ‘Mermaid’s Hair’."