Jamnik, Vrhnika
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SloveniaElevation631 m (2,070 ft)
Jamnik | |
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  Jamnik Location in Slovenia | |
| Coordinates: 45°58′49.09″N 14°14′27.53″E / 45.9803028°N 14.2409806°E | |
| Country | Slovenia |
| Traditional region | Inner Carniola |
| Statistical region | Central Slovenia |
| Municipality | Vrhnika |
| Area | |
• Total | 0.52 km2 (0.20 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 631 m (2,070 ft) |
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Jamnik (pronounced [ˈjaːmnik]) is a small settlement in the hills west of Vrhnika in the Inner Carniola region of Slovenia.[2]
The name Jamnik is found for various locations in Slovenia. It is derived from the common noun jama 'cave, pit', originally referring to a farm located near such a landscape element.[3]
