Where is Filband village? Access, accommodation, attractions – Flytoday

One of the most dreamlike moments that anyone can experience in their life is standing above a point immersed in the clouds. Although the idea of ​​experiencing this moment seems fanciful, it is not far from reach. A trip to the village of Filband, Mazandaran, with its unique nature and the cloudy ocean that moves slowly under your feet, gives you the opportunity to experience this moment. If you also dream of walking next to the clouds and watching its stunning viewget ready to travel so that we can take you to this beautiful village and get to know more about this area in Fly Today tourism magazine.

Introducing the village of Filband, Mazandaran

Filband village is one of the highest points of Mazandaran, which is immersed in an ocean of clouds. This village is located in Babol city and is one of the villages of Chelaw forest. Due to its special geographical location, Filband creates a unique view of the pristine nature and surrounding landscapes.

The ocean of clouds is formed in this area on most days of the year, and besides its mild weather, it is very popular among the villagers as well as tourists. If you live in Tehran and are looking for a relatively close entertainment place, Traveling to Filband village can be the best option because it is only 187 km away from Tehran. If you have the possibility to stay in the village, the pleasure of watching the cloud ocean first thing in the morning is one of those pure experiences that should not be missed.

Where does the name Filband come from?

The word Filband is originally and in Mazandarani pronunciation, Felban. Fel means to be tired and ban means to stop or finish. Felban means the place where fatigue ends. Accessing Filband was not an easy task due to the high altitude and the difficult access path, and because the people reached this area when they were exhausted, they named it Filband. Of course, now with the asphalting of the road, the access route to this area has become much smoother.

Where is Filband village?

Filband village is located 57 km south of Amol city and east of Heraz river and is known as Bam Mazandaran. To reach this village, you have to go on the Haraz road and 25 kilometers before Amel, you will see the Filband sign on a side road.

Access path to Filband

To go to Filband by car from Tehran you should start your journey from Rodhen and then enter Haraz Road. From the northeastern side of the country, you must first go to the city of Sari and near Amel, change your direction to the Filband side road. Enter from the northwest side, from the city of Rasht, and then you must move towards Amol. From other parts of the country, you have to reach Tehran and Haraz road and continue to the village.

The distance between Filband village and surrounding cities

• Distance from Tehran: about 195 kilometers
• Distance from Shirgah: about 124 km
• Distance from Noor: about 104 km
• Distance from Amol: about 57 km
• Distance from Sari: about 26 km

What is the weather like in Philband?

One of the most challenging things about Philband is its weather, which is almost never predictable and people experience a variety of weather in different seasons of the year. Learn more about the weather of this village and the best time to travel to Filband.

• spring season: The spring days of Filband are cool and rainy and are considered one of the best seasons to travel to Filband village. In this season, the trees become green and beautiful and the sound of birds and flowing rivers fills your ears. But if you plan to stay overnight in this season, you should know that from the middle of the summer season, the nights in Filband will be very cold. Therefore, for traveling in this season, it is better to bring both cool and warm clothes.

• summer season: summer season The best time to travel to Filband village It is considered because the weather is moderate and cool. In this season, the concentration of clouds is relatively less, but early in the morning, you will definitely witness the cloud ocean and its stunning beauty.

• autumn: From the beginning of autumn, the village becomes cold and rainy and may even be accompanied by snowfall.

We advise you to check the weather forecast before traveling to Philband so that the weather conditions do not surprise you!

What are the must-see places in Filband village, Mazandaran?

If you are planning to travel to Filband and you have enough time, we suggest you visit the places of interest around Filband, because the beauty of Filband is not limited to the ocean of clouds.

Watching a view of clouds and fog On the roof of Mazandaran

One of the main tourist spots of Filband village, which we have talked about so far, is the Ocean of Clouds. The height of this village is 2300 meters above the sea level, it has created a unique landscape and made it one of the attractive places of Filband village.

Chelaw forest One of the most beautiful forests in Mazandaran

Chelaw Heights is one of the most beautiful and dreamy forests in Mazandaran province, and since it is considered one of the Hyrcanian forests, the oldest trees in the world can be found there. The trees of this area are mostly beech, elm, oak, yew and angelo, and you will see stunning views by walking in it.

One of the attractions of this forest is “bullfighting”, which is among the most beautiful natural events and occurs at the end of September. Bullfighting is basically the mating season of northern red deer, which are called marals. At this time, male deer roar to attract the attention of female deer and mark one of the most special moments in nature. Of course, to watch this event, which the Mazandaran people call “Gogore”, you need to ask the help of a local leader or a ranger.

Andwar peak Pristine and mysterious nature!

Andwar village is a village close to Filband, which has a similar climate. The way to reach this village is a bit dangerous due to the roughness of the road, but it has a pristine and very beautiful nature. In this village, there are various fruit trees such as cherries, apricots, cherries, etc. If you want to experience the pleasure of being in a pristine space with stunning and mysterious beauty, this village is one of the best options.

Lar spring One of the most beautiful springs in Filband

The running water of Lar spring is a mineral water containing fluorine, which has many healing properties. This spring is one of the most beautiful springs in Filband region and if you go to this region, you must visit this spring. The villagers use the water of this spring for their daily needs, and we recommend that if you happen to be in this area, drink the fresh water of the spring.

Sangchal village Buying handicrafts

If you are interested in the traditional village life and the atmosphere that prevails in it, you must visit Sangchal village. Rural life is still going on in this area, because the main occupation of the people is animal husbandry and agriculture, and women support their expenses by making and selling handicrafts. At the end of August, handicraft festivals are held and the villagers sell their handicrafts. In this area, under your feet, you will see wooden huts with colored roofs, which are placed next to each other, like a colorful canvas.

Imamzadeh Yahya and Imamzadeh Qasim In a winding path

If you are interested in religious places, there are two mosques in this area that you can visit. Imamzadeh Yahya was built in the village of Sangchal, which, of course, is a bit difficult to access, because it is located in the heights and you have to go through a winding path to reach it.

Imamzadeh Qasim is located in the southern mountains of Filband, which reach Babylon, and like Imamzadeh Yahya, the access route to this Imamzadeh is also difficult. To reach both imamzades, it is better to ask a local person for help.

Stay in Filband where to stay

There is no hotel in this village, and the reason for this is the natural and beautiful scenery of this area, which most tourists like to stay in the village itself. For this reason, their choice is more Filband local houses and residences and ecology Is. It becomes more difficult to find a village house during holidays, but on other days you can find your desired accommodation by visiting the village.

Of course, if you like camping, there are pristine and beautiful spots for camping in Filband, but you must have warm and suitable clothes at night, because the nights in Filband are often very cold. Also, while camping, be careful not to harm the nature, and when packing up the camp, if you have lit a fire, extinguish it completely and do not leave any traces of yourself in the nature.

What facilities are there in Filband?

This village has basic facilities such as piped drinking water, electricity, restaurant and supermarket. But you should note that on busy days as well as in the summer season, you may face a shortage of water in the village and the water may be cut off for several hours during the day.

For sanitary services, you can refer to the residences and tekke available in the village (In the village, there is a famous Takiye called “Takieh Gharb”, which is actually an inn with rural and limited facilities). Stalls selling rural household products and handicrafts are also available in the village, which we suggest you visit them to help the economic cycle of the village.

What supplies should we take with us on a trip to Filband?

If you travel to Filband village, as we said before, check the weather forecast first. It doesn’t matter what season you travel to Philband, be sure to have warm and rainy clothes with you. KA suitable hiking hat (due to the possibility of falling into mud), sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen are other accessories that you should have with you.

If you plan to camp, bring essential equipment such as tent, sleeping bag, travel stove, power bank, flashlight with extra battery, water and food, GPS and nature tourism equipment with you.

The best food and restaurants in Filband village

Is it possible to set foot in the green plain of the north, but not try the delicious northern dishes? There are not many restaurants in the village of Filband, and there are only two restaurants “Heli No” and “Sayed Food” in the village where you can try all kinds of northern food.

In addition to these two restaurants, if you are staying in a residence, you can ask the owner of the residence to prepare for you local northern dishes such as sour chicken, enardon, nazkhatun, mirzaqasmi, etc.

Philband foods

Parsley, mountain vegetables, pomegranate, mountain honey, all kinds of sweets and local bread are some of the most delicious Filband foods that you can even buy as souvenirs for your loved ones.

Elephant souvenirs

As we said before, one of the main ways to earn money for the people of Filband village is to make and sell handicrafts. These industries include the following:

• Chuga: Chukha or Chukha is a woolen outerwear for men, which is made from sheep’s wool. This top is usually worn over other clothes and makes it a little easier to bear the harsh winter cold. Choqa is also woven in Lorestan, but it is slightly longer than the Mazandarani choqa.

• Shmad: Shamd is made of silk or cotton and is woven with tenderness. This cloth is used as a blanket and is even supplied to other areas around the village.

• Carpets, rugs, carpets and rugs: One of the most beautiful and important handicrafts of Filband is the types of rugs. The mountainous and rural location of Filband increases the need of residents to provide warm and woolen underlays. These rugs are often woven by women with motifs inspired by the beautiful nature of the village. The stunning beauty of these carpets is a reflection of the art of the villagers and their taste in preparing these products.

• Wood Industries: The old and original trees of Filband forests are manifested in the beautiful arts of the villagers, such as lacquer carving, mosaic work, and wood carving.




• Yarn weaves: All kinds of yarn braids such as dolls, gloves, tablecloths, shawls, etc. are woven by the women of Mazandarani and the people of Filband and are sold in shops and markets.

Other beautiful handicrafts that you can see in the markets and shops of Filband and Sangchal village are pen-making, sheet embroidery, leather embroidery, pottery, and weaving.

Vegetation and animal species of Philband

Since Filband is located between the Alborz mountain range and the Caspian Sea, it has a rich and diverse vegetation, and old and sturdy trees such as maples, mummers, candes and also barberry shrubs grow. Animals such as tiger, bear, wolf, jackal, buffalo, boar, rabbit, pheasant, hawk, hedgehog, etc. also live in the forests of this region.

Philband, watching pristine and endless nature

The sights of the north of the country are so wide and endless that no matter how many times we travel to different parts of the country, it seems as if there are still spaces to watch and travel. Filband is one of those pristine and beautiful places that make the dream of moving above the clouds a reality.

If you are interested in photography, the green hills, thick forests and beautiful high peaks of this region are the best places for photography. Filband, with its unique nature, can make you experience an adventurous trip. Besides enjoying this endless beauty, be careful of the sea of ​​clouds and try not to harm this beautiful and pristine nature.

Have you ever had the experience of traveling to Philband? If you have any advice, experience or special memory about this area, be sure to share it with us in the comments section.

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