Angas Village

Angas is one of the scenic villages of Kojur District in Nowshahr County, Mazandaran Province, located about 9 km south of Kojur. This mountain village lies at an elevation of about 1,900 metres above sea level on the slopes of the Alborz range, and is surrounded by mountains such as Kongelu, Shahkuh, Deshtan, Gatechal and Hamzehchal. Angas's high elevation gives it a climate quite different from the lowland plains of Mazandaran: its winters are very cold, while its summers are cool and pleasant. In some sources, the name Angas is said to derive from a Pahlavi word meaning a place with a pleasant climate and a place to live. The villagers speak the Tabari language in the Kojuri dialect, and farming, orchard keeping and animal husbandry are the main occupations of its residents.

Angas is known above all for its mountain nature, clear springs and numerous waterfalls, and together these attractions have made the village one of the nature-tourism destinations of the Kojur region. The Janab Waterfall, Panjahcham Waterfall, Cheshmeh Muzia Waterfall, Usiyareh Waterfall and Bozcheshmeh are among Angas's most notable natural features, set amid mountain scenery and the lush greenery of the area. Clear rivers and springs, the traditional layout of the village and its simple rural way of life add to its appeal. Alongside the natural attractions, the shrine of Imamzadeh Yahya and the tomb of Imamzadeh Mohammad are the village's pilgrimage sites, and the Imamzadeh Yahya building has been rebuilt in recent years. In summer, in addition to the permanent residents, tourists and former villagers who return to enjoy the cool air and green pastures cause a marked increase in Angas's seasonal population.

To reach Angas, first travel to Kojur District in Nowshahr County and then take the road leading to the village. Angas is about 9 km south of Kojur, and most of the access road is paved, although some local reports mention a few kilometres of unpaved road. Given the severe winter cold and the village's high elevation, summer is the best season to visit Angas and enjoy its cool air, green pastures, springs and waterfalls, and spring also offers favourable conditions for nature tourism in the area. When exploring the nature around Angas, avoid littering, damaging vegetation, polluting springs and rivers, and lighting fires in sensitive areas, and take due care around the waterfalls because of the slippery rocks and flowing water. Respecting the village's traditional character, the sanctity of its pilgrimage sites and the daily life of its residents is also an important part of responsible tourism in Angas.