Bandar-e Anzali

Bandar Anzali is a vibrant port city on the southern shores of the Caspian Sea, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, maritime history, and stunning natural landscapes. Once a key commercial hub during the Qajar era, it remains an important gateway for trade and cultural exchange between Iran and the Caspian region. The city’s identity is deeply tied to the traditions of Gilan province, reflected in its local music, cuisine, and seafaring lifestyle. Surrounded by lush greenery and home to the famous Anzali Lagoon—one of Iran’s most important wetlands—it offers exceptional biodiversity and scenic beauty. Today, Bandar Anzali continues to thrive economically through its active port, fishing industry, agriculture, tourism, and the Caspian Sea Free Trade Zone, blending history, culture, and modern development in a uniquely dynamic setting.