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Babol (Mazanderani:باوول ,Persian:بابل) is a city in the Mazandaran province of Iran, north-east of Tehran and about 30 kilometers far from Sari. It is the region's chief commercial centre and was once the major trading center of northern Iran. The population is estimated at 204,878 as of 2005.

Culture and History

History

Founded in the 16th century, it was built on the site of the ancient city of Mamter. Babol was formerly called Barforushdeh and Barforush afterwards.

Travel to Babol - Visa Requirements

By Plane:

Fights from all over the world to Tehran ( IRAN capital ) then from Tehran airports to Sari airport ( 50 min flight and then 50 km by car to BABOL ).

By Train:

Also from Tehran ( IRAN capital city ) main train station to Quaemshahr train station ( 5 hours ) then half an hour from Quaemshahr to BABOL by car.

By road:

You can travel from Tehran to BABOL in 4/5 hours directly by car or bus ! ( It is the simplest way ).

Tours and Getting around Babol

Babol tourist attractions and sightseeing

  • The palace of Abbas I's ruins are in the city.

Babol city tours

Babol souvenirs and shopping

Babol Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Babol nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Babol cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Get out

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