Derazno Village

Derazno village is one of the highest points in Golestan Province, in Kordkuy County. This mountain summer pasture lies about 35–40 km southeast of Kordkuy, at an altitude of 2,600 to 2,800 metres above sea level. At this height you can see a "sea of clouds" and enjoy wide views over the Caspian Sea and the deep forests of Golestan.

Lush greenery, cool and pleasant weather in the warm seasons, and pristine, untouched forests are among the features that have made Derazno one of the main nature-tourism destinations in Golestan Province. The village has wooden and adobe houses built in a mountain architectural style, the pristine Jahan Nama forest, and springs and caves such as the "Yakhchal Cave", "Ganjkhaneh" and "Anbar-e Hasan Khan". Together they make a delightful setting for mountaineering, caving and nature tourism. Activities such as paragliding and skiing are also possible in its mountain terrain in different seasons.

To reach the village from Kordkuy, you must take a winding, paved road that offers views of forested, high-altitude scenery. In winter, village roads may be blocked by snow, so the best time to visit is from spring to autumn, and even the cool summer. During your visit, please stay on the marked trails, take your rubbish with you, and respect the nature and wildlife of the area.