Ali Kola Village

Ali Kola village lies in Chahardangeh District of Sari County in Mazandaran Province, with a population of about 107 people in 31 households (2011 census). With its pristine nature, pleasant climate and spectacular views, the village is one of the most appealing destinations for nature lovers travelling in northern Iran.

With dense forests, lush fields, flowing rivers and views of mountains and plains, Ali Kola offers a peaceful setting far from the bustle of the city. The village is beautiful in all four seasons, especially in spring, with its colourful blossoms, and in autumn, with its warm, captivating colours, showing a rare side of the nature of northern Iran. The Ali Kola area has forest trees such as hawthorn (valik), telka, wild medlar and barberry, as well as orchards of walnut, apricot, pear, apple, cherry plum and grape. Medicinal plants such as pennyroyal, golpar (Persian hogweed) and dill also grow wild here, adding to a colourful and varied scene. The villagers are hospitable, warm and hardworking, and local farm products such as rice, citrus fruits and livestock products make up part of the regional economy.

To reach Ali Kola from Sari, first head towards Kiasar and then turn onto the Chahardangeh road. After about 10 kilometres, a side road will take you to Ali Kola village. The access road is paved and suitable for travelling in a private car. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the landscape is green and the weather is mild and pleasant. However, if you love colourful scenery, autumn, with the trees in a thousand shades, offers a spectacular and relaxing experience. When visiting, please respect nature and take your rubbish with you, avoid lighting fires in the wild, and keep the trails and vegetation clean and undamaged.