Abbandan-e Paeen Zarrin Kola

Paeen Zarrin Kola Abbandan, located in the village of Paeen Zarrin Kola in Juybar County, Mazandaran Province, is one of the region's natural attractions and a worthwhile place to visit. The abbandan (a traditional man-made reservoir) lies in the village of Paeen Zarrin Kola, in Gilkhuran District, and serves as a source of irrigation water for the surrounding farmland. With an area of more than 160 hectares and a storage capacity of about 5.6 million cubic metres of water, it plays a vital role in the region's agriculture.

With its unspoiled nature and beautiful scenery, the area is known as an attractive destination for nature tourism enthusiasts. The vegetation around the abbandan includes marsh plants such as reeds, bulrush (looyi) and sedge, and during the wetter seasons of the year its surface is covered with green algae and floating plants. This quiet habitat is a refuge for many migratory and resident birds, such as the coot, mallard, bittern, grey heron and kingfisher. Alongside them, aquatic reptiles, frogs, local fish and various beneficial insects complete the area's ecological cycle and double the abbandan's ecological value. In addition, the village of Paeen Zarrin Kola, with its traditional architecture and the hospitality of its people, offers visitors an authentic experience of rural life.

To reach Paeen Zarrin Kola Abbandan, head from Juybar toward the village of Paeen Zarrin Kola. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the weather is mild and nature is at its most beautiful. For accommodation, options such as local homes and ecolodges are available, giving visitors an experience close to nature. Responsible nature tourism is recommended in this area, including not harming the environment and respecting local culture.