Orost Village

Orost village is located in Sari County, Mazandaran Province, in the Chahardangeh district, about 100 kilometres from Sari. Covering an area of about 12 square kilometres, the village has a population of nearly 1,000. Orost is known as one of the main nature-tourism destinations in northern Iran, and is world-famous above all for its proximity to the Badab-e Surt terraced springs.

The Badab-e Surt springs, located one kilometre east of Orost village, are considered Iran's second national natural monument after Mount Damavand. Thanks to their unique features, these springs have earned the title of the most beautiful spring in the world. The water of these springs shows a variety of distinctive colours, created by the minerals it contains. In addition, the wild barberry trees around Badab-e Surt turn red in spring, doubling the beauty of the area.

To reach Orost village, you can drive from Sari towards Kiasar and then turn onto an asphalt road that leads to the village. From the village to the Badab-e Surt springs there is a dirt track, which is best driven with an off-road vehicle. The best time to visit the area is spring, especially the month of Ordibehesht, because at this time the springs are at their fullest and the landscape is at its greenest. In this season, visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty and mild weather of the area.