Asas Protected Area

Asas Protected Area is one of the natural and scenic areas of Savadkuh County in Mazandaran Province. Covering 2,997 hectares, it has been under protection since 2001 (1380 SH). With its many valleys, abundant water and Hyrcanian forest cover, this mountainous area welcomes large numbers of nature lovers from all over the country every year. With a temperate, semi-humid climate, Asas has distinctive geographical features that set it apart from other areas.

The elevation of the area ranges from 540 m to 1,650 m, with an average annual temperature of about 14°C and annual rainfall of 650 mm. These climatic conditions have allowed a diverse range of plant life to grow and spread across the area. Nearby, the beautiful Arfa Deh forests and Javarem Forest Park are also among the other lush and attractive places in Savadkuh.

The vegetation here consists mainly of trees such as beech, hornbeam, boxwood, Caucasian elm (melch), alder (highland alder) and Caucasian persimmon/ironwood (palt). Asas is also home to many valuable animal species, including roe deer, red deer (maral), leopard, fox, jackal, brown bear, wild boar, chukar partridge, see-see partridge and a variety of birds of prey. This biodiversity gives Asas special importance and has made it one of the natural treasures of northern Iran.