Perhaps, when talking about the northern cities of the country, you have heard the name of Serkhrood a lot; But don’t know where the exact location of Sarkhrood is. Serkhrood is one of the small but beautiful cities of Mazandaran province. We suggest that this time, if you were looking for a new destination among the cities of this province, and especially, if you want the beach and water sports, you should put a trip to Serkhrood at the top of your priorities. We are in this article from tourism magazine flytodayWe will go with you to this small coastal city and review its attractions step by step so that you can get to know it better before the trip. The beautiful beaches of Sarkhrood are waiting for you to experience a fun and exciting trip.
Where is Sarkhrud?
In the first step to know more, we should see where is the exact location of Sarkhrood? If you have traveled to Mahmoud Abad or Faridun Kanar, you have probably passed by Sarkhrood. Because this city is only 15 km away from Mahmoud Abad and 6 km away from Fereydoun Kanar. In addition, Serkhroud is located 220 kilometers from Tehran, and it takes about 4 hours to travel to this city from Haraz and Firouzkoh roads. Like many cities in Mazandaran, Sarkhrood is a coastal city on the shores of the Caspian Sea. Haraz River also passes through this city at the end of its route and gives it a double beauty. So we can say Sarkhrood is one of the most beautiful Sightseeing places in Mazandaran let us know
The location of Sarkhrood on the map
How to go to Serkhrood?
To travel to Serkhrood, the only land road is in front of you, and of course, the distance from Serkhrood to Tehran is not long. To travel this route, you can use Haraz or Firouzkoh or even Chalus road. But the best and shortest route is the Haraz road, which is 210 kilometers long and takes about 3 hours to reach Sarkhrood.
You can also book a plane ticket to travel to Serkhrood. The nearest airport to this city is Rasht Airport. So, to go to Serkhrood by air, you can Flight tickets to Rasht Book online.
What is the weather like in Sarkhrood?
The weather in the north of Iran does not need to be explained. In most months of the year, the favorable temperature and clean and pleasant air of the north hosts tourists and travelers escaping from the smoke and tail of big cities. Of course, in the months of July and August, the heat and sultry weather can be a bit annoying. The weather becomes cold in the months of December to March.
Although traveling to the north in the winter season also has its fans and can become a memorable experience; Besides, the winter of Sarkhrood will be more beautiful with the migration of swans to this city. During the remaining months of the year, Serkhrood welcomes you with the best and most pleasant temperature, and its pleasant nature creates the best memories for you. In general, it can be said that the best season to travel to Serkhrood depends on your taste and preference.
Sightseeing places of Sarkhrood Encountering the unique frames of nature
After we find out where Sarkhroud is, let’s get to know more about Sarkhroud and the sights of this small coastal city; However, due to the location of Sarkhrood next to the Caspian Sea and Haraz River, we can see beautiful frames of nature in every corner of this city. In the following, we will get to know the most important sights of Serkhrood.
Sandy beach A popular attraction for sea lovers
First, let’s see where the best Red River beach is. You rarely find a wide public beach in the north of Iran where the sea boundary is fully respected and a large area is reserved for the general public. But the villas are built on the sandy beach of Sarkhrood, mostly 60 meters away from the sea, and they have given this 5 km beach a good privacy. If you travel to Mazandaran, know that you can find peace in a corner of Sarkhrood beach and enjoy the cleanliness and unique view of the sea.
You usually see fishermen on this beach who spread and collect their nets to catch fish, and it is not without pleasure to watch them in action. In addition, if you are lucky, you can see seagulls flying over the Caspian Sea and enjoy it. Keep this important point in mind that on Sarkhrood beach, you will have access to facilities and entertainment such as gazebos, cafes, restaurants, boating, jet skiing, horse riding and paragliding.
- address: Sehrrud, sandy beach.
Sehrrud fishing forest In the fence of alder trees
If you are interested in the north of the country, because of its dense forests and green nature, we must say that Sarkhrood will satisfy you like many cities in the north of Iran. Just turn your attention from the beach to the forest and enjoy the magnificence of the alder and willow trees of Shilat forest. The flora and fauna of this forest is one of the attractive examples in the region, and walking among the trees and the green environment of the forest will create a pleasant memory for you, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
- address: Sehrrud, next to the sandy beach.
Sarkhrood lagoon The residence of screaming swans
If you ask where is the most different sightseeing place in Serkhrood, one of the most common answers will be the Serkhrood Wetland. If you travel to Serkhrood in the winter season, you will see migratory swans over the Serkhrood lagoon that have migrated to this area after traveling 5000 kilometers and created a unique view. These swans, which are known as screaming swans, live in Sarkhrood from the beginning of December to the end of April, and after that, they return to the cold lands.
In addition to the screaming swans, the presence of Omid in Sarkhrood Wetland has added to its importance. Every year this migratory unicorn, which is also considered a symbol of hope, travels to the region of Serkhrood and Fereydoun Kanar and spends the winter in this region. If you travel to this city in the cold seasons and are lucky, you will record one of the most memorable frames of your trip with the presence of these birds in the nature of Mazandaran.
- address: Between Sarkhrood and Mahmudabad, Vizara Marij neighborhood.
The ancient hills of Sarkhrood Known as Takht Jamshid of Mazandaran
This time, let’s see together where the most famous historical attraction of Sarkhrood is. If you go from Sarkhrood towards Mahmudabad, you will see high hills that are called Qala Kati in the local dialect. According to historical documents, these hills have been left from the Sassanid era, and due to their high height, they have been used for military and defensive purposes for many years. These days, these hills are considered one of the sights of Serkhrood and Mazandaran, and many tourists visit these hills to see the vast and beautiful landscape of the surrounding plains.
- address: 9 km from Serkhrood-Mahmoudabad road.
Sehrrud dam The natural habitat of migratory birds
Now that we are talking about the migratory swans of the region, let’s go to another natural habitat of these birds in Sarkhrood. In these shallow dams, you can see migratory birds standing majestically and beautifully on one leg and giving hundreds of glory to the green environment around them; Besides, the beauty of this dam is completed by the presence of a forest next to it. Walking along the water path and among the trees in the area, as well as photographing the landscape of Abbandan, can become one of your sweet memories and experiences during your trip to Mazandaran.
- address: Between Serkhrood and Mahmoodabad.
Haraz river The roaring spring of Mazandaran
We said that Haraz River crosses Sarkhrood at the end of its course and when it joins the Caspian Sea. At this point, this river has created one of the sights of the region, and many tourists spend hours of their travels in the area of Haraz River. Camping next to this river or the small rivers leading to it and playing water and having fun in the pure nature of Serkhrood can become an unforgettable memory of the trip to Serkhrood.
- address: Mazandaran, Sarkhrood city.
Chaksar Dam The best entertainment complex of Sarkhroud
If you ask where is the most exciting place in Serkhrood, one of the best answers can be Chaksar stone dam. This dam is located next to the Caspian Sea and with its beautiful landscape, it displays beautiful frames in front of your eyes; But the important point of this dam is the existence of the entertainment complex located in it. In this entertainment complex, activities such as jet skiing, boating and horse riding are provided for the use of tourists. The cafes and restaurants of the complex are among the other facilities that have been installed there to create memorable moments for tourists.
- address: Sarkhrood, Chaksar village.
Sarkhrood rice fields The view of vast rice fields
For many people, one of the charms of travel is to separate from the everyday situation and stay in a different situation; For example, staying in rural huts in the middle of rice fields is one of the pure experiences that you can get in Sarkhrood. The paddy fields between Sehrrud and Mahmudabad are a place for migratory birds to live and pass in the cold seasons, and in the hot seasons they are also the field of activity and efforts of rice farmers. Seeing these vast lands and the experience of staying in this peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle of cities can be one of the memorable memories of a trip to Sarkhrood.
Coastal beaches The best destination for swimming
For many tourists, the fun of the trip is incomplete if they visit a beach town and don’t hit the water. Especially in a city like Sarkhrood, which has one of the biggest beaches among northern cities. There are various beaches on the sandy beach where, in addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also use amenities and beach activities. Among the most famous beaches of Serkhroud, we can mention Chakser Beach and Golshahr Beach along the sandy beach.
Tomb of Agha Seyyed Abdul Majid A retreat for privacy
In the center of Sarkhrood city, there is a tomb known as the tomb of Agha Seyyed Abdul Majid. This mausoleum with its different and religious atmosphere has given a different feeling to the center of Serkhrood city and many residents of this city visit this mausoleum for their secrets and prayers. During your trip to Sarkhrood, you can also spend some time in this tomb.
- address: Sarkhrood center, Agha Seyyed Abdul Majid’s tomb.
What are the entertainments in Serkhrood?
Sarkhroud offers you everything you expect from a coastal city; From beautiful nature and clean beach to various marine activities. As we said, in this city you can experience all kinds of exciting entertainment and return to your hometown with a bag full of happy memories. Activities such as jet skiing, paragliding, boating and horse riding are available on the beaches and entertainment complexes of this city. Even if you are an off-road fan, the Sarkhrood off-road track is open to you to spend exciting and memorable hours.
What is Sarkhrood souvenirs?
After seeing where Serkhrood is and getting to know more about this city and its features, it is time to go to the souvenirs of Serkhrood. Because travel and new experiences are incomplete for most of us without buying souvenirs and a sign of our travel destination, and we should bring a small souvenir with us from the trip. Therefore, in the following, we will review some of the most important souvenirs of Serkhrood together.
- rice: It is impossible to write about the cities of Mazandaran without mentioning the rice of its rice fields. In Sarkhrood, like many cities in the north, rice is cultivated step by step in vast paddy fields, and its excellent quality encourages many travelers to buy rice-farming men and women. Authentic Iranian rice with its amazing and unique taste and smell is an inseparable part of the Iranian table.
- fish: If you are a fan of seafood, Serkhroud can be one of the best travel options for you. You can go to the beaches of this city in the early hours of the day and see many fishermen who have spread their nets to catch fish. Fishing is actually a common industry in Sarkhrood, and in the fish market of this city, you can find all kinds of fish and buy them as souvenirs.
- pottery: Pottery is a common handicraft in many cities of Iran. Sarkhrood is one of the most prominent of these cities and you can find and buy different types of pottery crafts there. A diverse collection of clay bowls and jars to all kinds of clay mugs and vases in various designs and colors are part of the prominent and valuable souvenirs of Sarkhrood that can be bought as souvenirs.
- felt: You can still see natural felt flooring in many traditional houses of the region. Nemdmali is one of the old arts and crafts of Mazandaran, which has provided people with underlays and part of warm clothes for centuries. In recent years, with the development of the carpet weaving industry, this art has become a little more popular. But you can still find rugs, hats and felt tops in Sarkhrood and buy them as original souvenirs of the region.
- Jajim: Among other authentic handicrafts of Sarkhrood, we should mention jajim, which is also called plus in the local dialect. Jajimbaf artists of Serkhrood take inspiration from nature for the weaving of Jajims in this region and produce functional and beautiful products with beautiful designs. The idea of having a hand-woven Jajimi in the home decoration tempts every traveler to buy it.
- String sweets: If you visit Mazandaran and Sehrrud, be sure to try the Nashdebe-Rashte sweets and taste its unique taste. This sweet, which is prepared in many cities of Mazandaran province, is made from rice, egg yolk and butter, and with its special taste, it can be one of the best souvenirs of Serkhrood.
What are the local foods of Sarkhrood?
If you have traveled to Mazandaran, probably trying the special taste of the local cuisine of this province has become one of your best food experiences. The foods of this region, in addition to the great variety, also have a different and unique taste. In the following, we list some of the dishes of this region that are also common in Sarkhrood:
- Beans
- pumpkin soup;
- pumpkin
- Malabij.
Where should we stay when traveling to Sarkhrood?
One of the important and fundamental questions when planning a trip is to determine the place of residence. In this section, we want to answer the question, where is the best place to stay in Sarkhrood? In response to this question, we must say that there is no hotel or traditional accommodation in Serkhrood itself, and when traveling to this city, you can use the villas and suites that can be rented in the area. In addition, the short distance from Sarkhrood to Mahmoodabad and Fereydoun Kanar has made you have access to more villas and residential complexes in the region.
Sarkhrood | The only host of Dernay Mohajer
Every corner of the north of Iran that we look at has beautiful scenic and natural attractions and can be an ideal tourist destination for a multi-day trip. With this in mind, this time we went to Mazandaran province and pointed out where Sarkhrood is, what attractions it has, what kind of entertainment it has, and what are its famous souvenirs and foods.
We tried to have a view of the Red River and cover everything from cranes and migratory swans to the foods and sweets of the region. We hope that if you are planning to travel to Serkhrood, this article will be a good guide for you and answer all your questions. If you have had the experience of traveling to Serkhrood, write about your experiences and opinions for us and those interested in traveling to this city.
Frequently asked questions about Sarkhroud
Where is Sarkhrud?
Sarkhrood is one of the coastal cities of Mazandaran province, which is located between Mahmoud Abad and Faridun Kanar.
How far is Sarkhrood from Mahmudabad?
Sarkhroud is 15 kilometers away from Mahmudabad.
How far is Sarkhroud from Tehran?
Tehran is 220 km away from Serkhroud, and you can reach Serkhroud in less than 4 hours from Heraz and Firouzkoh roads.
What is the most important tourist attraction of Sarkhrood?
The presence of swans and migrating cranes in the winter season and over the Sarkhrood wetlands is the most important tourist attraction of this city.
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