SariThings to do

Things to do in Sari

  1. Khaneh Kolbadi

    The restored 125-year-old Khaneh Kolbadi is reminiscent of an 18th-century khan’s palace. Thick walls kept the lower floor warm in winter while the light, bright upper floor could be opened to through drafts for hot summers. Its orosi windows (wood-framed puzzles of multicoloured glass) supposedly disorientated mosquitoes. The building is slated to become a museum incorporating the historic Vasir-e Hamam (bathhouse) behind.

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  2. Chaikhaneh Morshed

    Easily-missed steps southeast of Dadgar Alley lead up to this semi traditional teahouse. Décor is tasteful apart from the cigarette-smoking stuffed lamb. The boisterous clientele of rockabilly-style 20-something males might get over-excited by a female presence.

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  3. Sorena Restaurant

    Bright, spacious middle-class kababi with big fireplaces and fake roses on the tables. Fish dishes are sizeable but laced with bones. Vampires should avoid zirtoshi, a side-dish of whole pickled garlic (IR5000).

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  4. Abshar Paziraee

    Marked with a neon swan and a goofy Mr Bean mural, this simple, sunny snack bar is ideal for fresh juices or ice creams while watching the park fountains.

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  5. Jameh Mosque

    The unusual Jameh Mosque has traditional Mazandarani tiled roofs, but from outside looks more like a medieval Italian prison.

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  6. Aryana Pizza

    This inviting, larger-than-average, new fast-food restaurant has pizzas with excellent, light crusts.

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