Vanajem Village

Vanajem Village (Vanajem) is a small, unspoiled settlement in Mazandaran Province, Sari County, Chahardangeh District, located in Garmab Rural District. According to the official census, the village has a population of about 150 people living in small households amid the forest landscape and beside mountain trails, which creates a distinctive setting.

The nature around Vanajem is part of the temperate broadleaf forests of northern Iran, with lush vegetation and a variety of native forest species. Thanks to its moderate elevation and its proximity to the Hyrcanian forests, the area offers a mix of forest trees, springs and green pastures, which makes it an attractive destination for nature tourism in spring and summer. The dirt tracks and roads running through the forest around the village are well suited to exploring, hiking in the woods and spending time in nature.

To reach Vanajem, most travellers leave the city of Sari on the Sari-Kiasar road. After about 45 kilometres, the entrance to the village appears along unpaved side roads. These roads offer beautiful forest scenery and add to the experience of travelling through the nature of northern Iran. The best time to visit Vanajem is from spring to early autumn, when the weather is pleasant and the landscapes are green and appealing. In winter, because of precipitation and slippery ground, more careful planning is needed. While in the area, respecting nature, not leaving litter and protecting the vegetation around the village are key principles of responsible nature tourism, so that this valuable ecosystem is preserved for future generations.