Kuteh Kumeh Village

Kuteh Kumeh village is located in Gilan Province, 9 kilometres from the town of Lavandevil. It belongs to Lavandevil District and Chelvand Rural District in Astara County. According to the 2016 census (1395 in the Solar Hijri calendar), the village had a population of 581. The villagers mainly speak Talysh and come from various ethnic backgrounds, with a Sunni majority. Thanks to its location on the border between Gilan and Ardabil, Kuteh Kumeh is known as one of the natural and tourist attractions of Gilan Province.

Among the village's natural attractions is Laton Waterfall, the tallest waterfall in Gilan Province, about 6 kilometres from the village. To reach it, visitors must pass through mountain forest trails, which makes for a unique experience. Another major attraction is the Kuteh Kumeh hot spring, located near the village, which has a bathhouse and a pool for visitors. The Asiyu Shavan watermill and the ancient cemetery are other sights worth seeing in the area.

To reach Kuteh Kumeh, drive from Astara towards Lavandevil and continue for about 9 kilometres. The best time to visit is early spring or late winter, when the weather is mild and the humidity is lower. In these seasons, visitors can enjoy walking along forest trails, camping, photographing the natural scenery and exploring the countryside, while protecting the environment by following the principles of responsible nature tourism.