Azro Hot Spring

Azro Hot Spring (Azro mineral water) is one of the natural and therapeutic attractions of Babol County in Mazandaran Province. It lies in the Bandpey-e Sharqi (East Bandpey) district, near the village of Ari. The spring has formed in a forested valley beside a natural river, and with its lush scenery and turquoise water it is considered one of the most distinctive nature-tourism destinations in northern Iran. Its location in the Hyrcanian forests and the entirely natural surroundings create a calm and unique setting, and it is known both as a tourist attraction and as a therapeutic spring.

Because of its sulfur compounds and mineral salts, the spring's water has therapeutic properties and is valued for some skin conditions, joint pain and rheumatism. The water temperature is about 37 degrees Celsius, and in some spots it drops to around 30 degrees. The water wells up naturally from the ground and forms a small pool of roughly 120 square metres, which gives the area a special charm. The depth of the spring varies between 140 and 160 centimetres, and its bed is covered with natural pebbles, which adds to the clarity and beauty of the water. The surrounding area, with its dense forest cover and the sound of the river, offers a soothing setting for relaxing and enjoying nature.

To reach Azro Hot Spring, head to Mazandaran Province, Babol County, the Bandpey-e Sharqi district and the village of Ari. The access route passes along rural and forest roads and finally leads to the spring in the heart of the valley. The best time to visit is spring, summer and early autumn, when the weather is milder and the surrounding nature is at its greenest. Visitors should refrain from littering, damaging the natural environment and altering the structure of the spring, so that this natural and therapeutic resource is preserved for future generations.