For many of us, traveling to Europe is like a dream for thousands of reasons, but it is a dream that can be realized by traveling to one of these northern cities of Iran. The sights of Bandar Anzali, with its unique vegetation and birds, have made this city famous as “Iran’s Little Europe” and indeed, this nickname is fitting for this coastal city. Bandar Anzali is the largest coastal city of Iran, which is located 40 kilometers away from Rasht, and you can get there by driving for about an hour. In this article from tourism magazine Fly Today We have gone to another tourist city in the north of the country; Join us to learn more about the attractions of Bandar Anzali.
Where are the places of interest in Bandar Anzali?
Anzali port is the second most populated city in Gilan province and has been one of the important trade routes in the past. During the World War, Anzali port was a refuge for many Armenian and European immigrants, because of this, this city got acquainted with Western culture earlier than other Iranian cities and gained a strategic and economic aspect.
The number of places to visit in the Anzali Free Zone is not small at all, this city is a destination for tourists all year round, especially in the spring and summer seasons, and almost all travelers who go to the north and Rasht for vacations, during their trip, will definitely make time to see the Anzali Lagoon. They also visit the coastal city of Anzali to see this lagoon.
The best time to travel to Anzali port
Because Anzali port has hot and humid weather. Spring and autumn are the best time to travel to Anzali port. Because in these times, the air humidity is lower than in other seasons. Of course, to see some of the attractions of Bandar Anzali, it is very important when you travel to this city; For example, from late June to September The best time to see Anzali Lagoon Is. In the winter season, the weather in this port becomes mild; But since it is the rainy season, you should pay attention to the necessary travel equipment.
Sarkhankel protected area, Anzali beach boulevard, Anzali breakwater, Hafizeh Anzali, coastal village and Mianpishte palace and Saat tower are just a few places to see in Anzali port where you can imagine the mood of sightseeing there with your eyes closed and then pack your bags and leave. traveled
Anzali port markets
In addition to the attractions of the trip to Anzali, we can mention the thriving markets full of vegetables and fresh fish, which melts the heart of every viewer. In addition to the traditional markets, you can go to the modern commercial complexes that have been built in Anzali port and are a good option for buying clothes. Venus shopping center is one of the fashionable commercial centers of Bandar Anzali, which has more than 800 stores. There is no need to pay customs fees for shopping in Setareh Shamal commercial complex and you can buy from this commercial complex at a very reasonable price.
Happy Mart and Caspian Bazaar are also from The best shopping centers in Bandar Anzali are. Also, you can visit the Saturday market and Kapurchal market (Monday market of Bandar Anzali) to experience the culture of the native people of Bandar Anzali. Anzali traditional and old markets Go and find whatever you are looking for in these markets.
The best places to visit in Bandar Anzali
The plain city of Anzali, with its green nature and beautiful port, is full of surprises for every traveler. It doesn’t matter how old you are, the sights of Bandar Anzali will be suitable for everyone with any taste and any age and can take you to the land of fairy tales like a dream.
Anzali lagoon Play with water and wind
What do you think the pleasure of sitting in a boat and floating on a lagoon covered with lotus flowers and tulips can be compared to? Many travelers’ only purpose of traveling to Anzali is to visit this international wetland. A place that houses more than hundreds of native and migratory bird species and offers you an extraordinary view of nature. In order to make your excursion in Anzali lagoon more lasting, you can visit the cafes around the lagoon before or after boating on the lagoon and buy a few hours of happiness by eating a northern pastry and tea.
Sarkhankel protected area The pink area of the marsh
One of the sights of Anzali Free Zone is Sarkhankal Protected Area, which is located almost in the middle of Anzali Marsh. To watch the lotus flowers floating on the water, travelers must reach this point of the lagoon to face a strange and beautiful scene.
A carpet of pink and white lotus flowers that spreads on the surface of the marsh and flashes among the green and blue veins. If you watch this scene just once, be sure that you will leave your heart in the Anzali Marsh and leave a part of your soul right there next to the flowers floating on the water.
In Serkhankal region, you can see many species of birds that may not fly anywhere else in Iran. Also, in this area, there are migratory birds such as ducks, cockatoos, sea swallows, peacocks and swans, along with 80 types of fish, and they are considered one of the attractions of Anzali port.
Bandar Anzali coastal boulevard Iran’s first European park
As mentioned, Bandar Anzali was one of the first cities to have a European atmosphere. Bandar Anzali coastal boulevard as well Iran’s first coastal park It was built in this style and with a view of the Caspian Sea and marine facilities, it is the patron of passengers and citizens of Anzali Port.
If you walk a few steps on the Anzali beach boulevard, you can watch the gentle dance of the sea waves, the flight of shorebirds and the movement of ships and water sports at the same time. If you are a traveler of this rainy city, don’t miss a few hours to walk among the pine and citrus trees, smell the colorful flowers and take photos with the beautiful lion statue. You can also use the pavilions next to the ponds of Bandar Anzali beach park to relax and enjoy being in this place.
Hafezia Anzali In memory of Shiraz and in the shelter of music
If you pass by the Bandar Anzali Municipal Building, you will definitely notice a white building very similar to Hafiziyah. Do not be mistaken! This is not Shiraz, but these buildings are so similar to each other that it is called Hafiziya Bandar Anzali and travelers go here to take pictures. This place, which is called Jiga, used to be a venue for music concerts and today hosts citizens and tourists as a venue for handicraft and painting exhibitions. Hafizeh Bandar Anzali in List of national works of Iran it is registered.
Anzali breakwater Opposite of the sea and the coast
For sea-loving travelers, the sights of Anzali port are not limited, but anyone who is an Anzali traveler must visit the 104-year-old Anzali breakwater and enjoy watching the calm sea behind this area. Anzali breakwater can be called the oldest structure of this city, which was built in 1914 AD (1293 AD) to protect the ships that were stranded on Anzali beach. Anzali breakwater is located along the beach boulevard and you can reach the breakwater by walking along this boulevard.
Cruise ship Mirza Khokhk Khan A night guest of the sea
If you want to have a romantic trip to Anzali and stay on a cruise ship like the movie Titanic, you should definitely go to the Mirza Kooch Khan cruise ship in Anzali port. This 5-story ship is 74 meters long, 12 meters wide, 20 meters high and has 27 first- and second-class cabins. It can host about 250 passengers and give you the pleasure of an overnight stay on the Caspian Sea. The facilities you get on this ship are equivalent to a four-star hotel!
Ashpla village The pleasure of camping in the forest park
Is it possible to go to the north of the country and not experience the forest?! If you are looking for a different option from Bandar Anzali sights, it is better to go to the village of Espela for a few hours camp on the side of your trip. To reach this village, you have to travel a few kilometers away from Anzali and camp in the forest park at the end of the village and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of nature.
Mian Peshte Palace or Military Museum Palace Where time stops!
Mian Pashte Palace is located between Anzali and Ghazian. A place left over from the Qajar period, which has now been turned into a museum to store the weapons of the Safavid period. The architecture of this building is very impressive and beautiful, and with its view facing the beach, it will captivate you. This two-story building has 11 rooms and a large reception hall with various historical objects.
Inside each section, see a collection of weapons, personal belongings of the past, paintings and vases, valuable historical furniture and china, and a taxidermied crocodile that was donated by Indians to Naseruddin Shah Qajar. In the outer area of Mian Pishte Palace, replicas of all kinds of ships and marine equipment have been placed, so that both inside and outside it is a full-fledged museum for the adventurous people of Anzali.
Anzali horror hut The scary seasoning of the trip to Anzali!
Anzali horror hut is a scary and scary place in the heart of Anzali and Somaesara forests, and according to local people, it is a cursed place! But this hut is not that scary and now, with all the stories that are told about it, it is considered one of the must-see places in Anzali Port. If you want to add some fear and excitement to your trip to Anzali, you can find accommodation in Haft Deghnan village.
It is better to choose the day for adventure in this hut and stay in the village at night so that nothing bad happens to you. Locals of this area say that strange and scary sounds can be heard from inside this forest and hut, and there are different stories about the events that happened in this place, which cannot be labeled as true.
Anzali Aquarium Traveling in the underwater world
Anzali Aquarium is not only one of the 40 large aquariums The best aquariums in Iran Is. Imagine a 40-meter tunnel where you can walk under the volume of 3 million liters of water and look closely at the aquatic life of the 5 continents of the world. Then sit on the seats of the multi-dimensional cinema or buy souvenirs for your loved ones in the nearby shopping centers. In this aquarium, 200 different species of aquatic animals, more than 5000 thousand reptiles, aquatic and birds are displayed.
Bandar Anzali Polish Cemetery Iran’s second foreign cemetery!
To see the second largest cemetery of Poles in Iran, you should go to Bandar Anzali. This cemetery, which has become a sight-seeing place due to the difference in its tombstones from other cemeteries, contains 639 graves of Poles who fled to Iran during the Nazis in 1941.
Anzali clock tower The guiding light of the ships
one of The oldest landmarks of Bandar Anzali It is the clock tower, which is also known as Anzali Tower. This tower, which still displays the clock very accurately after many years, was built in 1194 by the order of Khosro Khan Ganji, the ruler of Naseruddin Shah in Anzali. This place was originally used as a lighthouse, and at night, by lighting a light on top of it, they marked the way for the ships. This building has been registered with the number 1512 in the list of national works of Iran.
Marina Caspian Sea Sports and Tourism Complex The thrill of playing with the sea
Traveling to coastal cities is always linked to sea recreation. If you are a passenger in Bandar Anzali, you can experience a bit of beach games everywhere, but for the experience Marine activities in Anzali, it is better to go to the Caspian Marina sports and marine tourism complex. With a family atmosphere, this complex has launched a marine entertainment club and has become one of the best places to visit in Bandar Anzali with its restaurant, prayer hall, coffee shop and resort.
Bandar Anzali, one of the most popular cities in northern Iran
Traveling to the north of the country is both tourism and life. When the foot of nature is between the north and the coast, all human senses are looking for one thing and that is the joy of living in the present moment. Bandar Anzali has always been one of the most popular destinations in the north with its various attractions and entertainment. Especially if you travel to Rasht, you will definitely go to Bandar Anzali Lagoon and you will not miss watching the tulips on the water and the lilies of the lagoon. You can with Buy the cheapest plane ticket Get yourself to the city of Rasht and from there go to Bandar Anzali.
Tell us about your trip to Iran’s Little Europe; Which of the entertainments and sights of Bandar Anzali have you experienced?
Frequently asked questions about Bandar Anzali attractions
Where is Bandar Anzali?
Anzali port is located in Gilan province and near the city of Rasht.
When is the best time to travel to Bandar Anzali?
In spring and autumn, the humidity is lower and the air is cooler.
When is the best time to see Bandar Anzali lagoon and marsh lilies?
The end of June to the end of September is the best time to see the lagoon of Bandar Anzali and the marsh lilies.
Which of the sights of Bandar Anzali is accessible in spring?
In this season, it is recommended to watch Bandar Anzali lagoon, coastal village and Sarkhankel protected area.
What are the most famous markets in Bandar Anzali?
Caspian Grand Bazaar, Stara Shamal Commercial Complex, Sepeh Grand Bazaar, Shanbe Bazaar, Kapurchal Bazaar, Fish Market and Happy Mart Commercial Center are among the most famous markets of Anzali Port.
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