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Village of Filband

By Mohammad Jafari

Posted on October 24, 2017

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Cloud Village of Filband, An earthly paradise above clouds
Location:Mazanderan province Iran
Cloud Village of Filband is the best destination to walk above the cloud

I am Mohammad Jafari, tour leader and website manager at www.IranOnTrip.com and I would like to introduce you to the Cloud Village of Filband

Filband Village a cool Heaven among Clouds!
Cloud Village of Filband or the clouds village is also known as the roof of Amol city is a picturesque and undiscovered area above the mountains and the most famous nature tourism destination for adventure tours

The Filband village, at height of 2300 meters above sea level, is the highest village in the eastern part of Mazandaran, located in the city of Babol. To reach this village, you should leave 190 km from Tehran on the road of Haraz and enter the road of this village, which leads you to paradise of Filband. Not only is the village itself, but the path to it is also bountiful and breathtaking; it is so beautiful that you will not believe your eyes. However, the most important beauty of this village isthe infinite area of the clouds that lies beneath your feet and in the cool and cold air of this village you step in a place that looks like childlike dreams. The village is located on the heights, which is why it has cold nights and it can be traveled from May to September. Rent a beautiful cottage in this village and spend a few days in a dream.

IRAN-The countryside village of Filband is located in the central part of Babol city, in the center of Mazandaran Province. Filband is the highest village of Western Banpey .district on the South of Babol city Over 1200 families live in this village summertime, but it is evacuated in winter because of the freezing weather .There are two old mounths which are very respected and sacred for the people of this village. The village is believeyears. There are many mineral water springs ind to be resided more than 700 Filband village. They are good for treating and removing kidney stones. It is said that existence of fluorine in the potable water of the village makes the bones of the local people dense and strong

Mohammad-Jafari-tour-leader-in-Iran — **Head in the clouds!**

The ocean of clouds trapped among the mountains is the main reason why people love to visit this dreamy
village. When you are here, the village and dense forests surrounded by clouds have amazing landscapes around
you. Therefore, you would have a fantastic location with fewer seen sights for photography

Filband is one of the most beautiful villages in the northern parts of Iran that is one of the best places you can see in Iran. The climate variability, beauty of nature, Colorful houses, strange and spectacular landscapes is attractive in Filband Village. One of the most prestigious districts of Babol. Here is one of the rarest places that you can watch the ocean of the clouds phenomena.

Even the local people in the warm months of the year, travel to Filband Iran and enjoy the cooler weather in that area. But on the contrary, in the winter, due to the cold and heavy snow, it is left uninhabited and only a small number of people remain in this village.

On most days the clouds take a lower altitude than the altitude of the village. At such times, however, the spectators will find themselves standing high above the clouds and see the clouds as if they were an endless sea whirling under their feet. At other times, these clouds ascend further and swallow the village deep among themselves and invite the visitors to the feast of a dream, fantasy, and imagination.

The best thing to do when you travel to Filband village is taking photos of various landscapes of pristine nature. Most of all, the ocean of clouds and sunrise and sunset view from the mountains and forests is so spectacular for photography in the village. The incredible nature of Filband village makes you want to walk through it forever. The bells of the sheep of the locals, thick fog, or smell of the rain, can make you feel fresh and alive. One of the paths you can take to explore is the path to the Stone Mountains, but be careful not to run this way without local guides and equipment.

Nevertheless, beholding these clouds is not the only attraction found in this village. On days when the village’s weather is not cloudy and misty, still one can stand on the heights of this village to behold the farthest landscapes and enjoy them. Especially, seeing the highest peak of Iran, Damavand is astonishin

One of the recreations that various groups of tourists experience it on a journey to the Filband village is Mountaineering and climbing the summits around this village. Note that these activities should only be accompanied by a group familiar with the area and the equipment and complete preparation.

The village welcomes guests in the spring and summer more than its capacity, so finding a place to stay in these two seasons is not easy, and besides, Filband has no hotel. But with the rental of local houses you can spend the night in the village also camping in the landscape of the village in warm seasons is the most popular kind of staying in Filband. The best time to travel to Filband is the spring and summer. Weather in fall and winter is cold and it’s difficult to tolerate this cold for ordinary people and tourists.

Best time to visit of Filband
Since this region is located in the mountains of the Amol region, it has a cold mountainous climate. Roads to
the area have hard access in the second half of the year, with snowfall and rain. So, spring and summer are the
best seasons for tourists. It is from late April to September and October before the weather gets cold again.
To see the sea of clouds, it is recommended to visit Filband in the last months of Spring. The end of the Spring
is the best time to watch the ocean of clouds above the mountain when the locals say here is ” A Tiny Earthly
Paradise”. Sunrises and sunsets are magnificent and unforgettable sense that you have never seen before and
you’ll observe the sky changing colors in a way that can hardly be seen in other parts. The tranquility and
calmness of the village, along with a delightful climate and fresh mountain air, will turn your trip into an
unforgettable experience. At the end of the trip, you will probably be reluctant to leave Filband and return to the
hustle and bustle of the city

Top four reasons to go village of Filband
This is a real place for nature lovers who love to visit intact nature with local natural attractions that amaze all visitors.
1.The opportunity to see the ocean cloud phenomenon and be above the clouds
2.To be in the pleasant atmosphere of Filband in summer
3.To visit the lush greenery of the valley
4.To experience wooden local cottages and enjoy the taste of hot tea

as clouds, fog, rain, snow, hail, storm, and suddenly rainbows and sunny weather.
Where to stay?
If you are going to fall in love with nature with no modern facilities and amenities this is the very place that you
are searching for. A natural and rough village with simple houses and hospitable people. Most facilities and
residences are really basic, even though in recent years some new houses are made for tourists. You can select
one of the local new or old houses to have comfortable accommodation.

You will have this opportunity to stay at local cottages and chill out on their balconies with unique views of the
mountains and clouds. If you are going to relax in nature and spend the night under the starry sky with a million
and million stars, camping will be your best choice. So choose one of the safe places around the village and
enjoy the beauties of nature. Don’t forget about taking warm clothes as well. The temperature will drop
dramatically as you go higher and the weather is so unpredictable here

What to do in Filband
Hicking, walking, and mountaineering are some favorite activities that you can do here

What to eat in Filband village
There are a few local restaurants like Hali No Restaurant and Rasooli Restaurant that offer you local dishes with
fresh and native ingredients.
How to get there