Derasara Village

Derasara Village is located in Mazandaran Province, in the Central District of Abbasabad County, within Langarud-e Sharqi Rural District. This small, peaceful village lies along the forest road from Abbasabad to Kelardasht. Set in the heart of the Hyrcanian forests of northern Iran, it enjoys a lush, natural landscape. Its small population and traditional rural fabric have shaped the authentic cultural identity of the area, making it one of the most pristine and least altered villages in western Mazandaran.

Besides its beautiful forest scenery, Derasara is especially important for nature lovers because of a dirt forest road that starts in the village and runs south along the foothills. This quiet, unspoiled route offers a different experience of forest trekking and driving in the midst of nature. Although it eventually ends in a dead end, it makes a good opportunity for a half-day or a full day out in a completely natural environment. In addition, an old bathhouse (hammam) with traditional architecture and a domed roof, one of the village's historical features, adds to its cultural appeal.

Derasara can be reached via the Abbasabad–Kelardasht road, and it is about 17 kilometres from the centre of Abbasabad. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the forest is at its greenest and the weather is more suitable for outings. Following the principles of responsible nature tourism, including keeping the route clean, not damaging the forest and respecting the village's local character, plays an important role in preserving this pristine and valuable area.