Kolzar Spring, Taqartappeh

Kolzar Spring in Taqartappeh is one of the most remarkable natural attractions in Golestan Province. It lies in Baharan District of Gorgan County, within the area of Taqartappeh village. Because its water wells up from inside the trunk of an old maple tree, the spring has become one of the most mysterious sights in the region, and every year it draws many visitors from all over the country. Besides its lush, scenic nature, the Kolzar area also has a notable history. The spring's setting among the Hyrcanian forests, and its proximity to historical and cultural monuments, double the area's appeal for visitors.

Kolzar Spring is not only a rare natural phenomenon but also plays an important role in the life of the local people. Its water supplies part of the surrounding farmland and rice paddies, and it has long been one of the village's vital resources. Beautiful natural pools have formed around the spring, creating a dreamlike, peaceful landscape amid the dense forest cover. The Kolzar area also has a historical cemetery, the shrine of Imamzadeh Kolzar, and valuable remains from various historical periods, and some researchers trace human settlement here back thousands of years. Valuable Hyrcanian trees such as maple, hornbeam, oak, alder, ironwood (Persian ironwood), lerg (Zelkova) and yew add to the area's natural appeal and make it a fitting destination for lovers of nature tourism and history.

To reach Kolzar Spring, drive from Gorgan toward the Jelin road and, before reaching Jafarabad village, turn onto the road leading to Taqartappeh. After passing the dirt road behind the barracks and continuing through the forest, you will come to a river, beside which lies the access path to the spring. The best time to visit is spring, summer and early autumn, when the Hyrcanian forests are at their greenest and most beautiful. Given the sensitivity of the area's ecosystem and its historical and natural value, visitors should not leave litter, damage the vegetation or pollute the water sources, and should help preserve this valuable heritage by following the principles of responsible nature tourism.