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Amol

آمل

Ancient names: Amerdad, Ameld, Amui,
Hamo, Ameleh, Amol

City

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Amol

Location in Iran

Country

Amol

District

Central

Incorporated (city)

1923

Area

• City

21 km² (8 sq mi)

Elevation

76 m (249 ft)

Population

(2016 census)

• Urban

237,528

• Metro

430,000

Time zone

UTC+3:30 (IRST)

Postal code

46131-46391

Area code(s)

(+98) 11

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Amol (Persian: آمل [ɒˈmol]; ) is an ancient city in Mazandaran province, Iran. It is located on the Haraz River and is the capital of Amol County.

Amol is close to the Caspian Sea (less than 20 km south) and the Alborz mountains (less than 10 km north). It is about 180 km from Tehran. Amol is one of Iran's oldest cities, dating back to the Iron Age and the Amardi tribe. Today, it's a key center for industry, culture, farming, and tourism in Mazandaran. It's often called the History, Science and Philosophy city and the City that does not die.

History
Demographics
- Language and Religion
- Population Growth
Geography
Economy
Culture
Old City
- Old Bazaar
- Old Neighborhoods
Historical and Natural Attractions
Souvenirs and Food
- Souvenirs
- Local Food
Transportation
- Air and Rail
- Roads and Buses
  - Main Streets and Boulevards
Customs
Science and Education
- Colleges and Universities
- Schools
Sports
Media and Cinema
Amol in Literature
Notable People from Amol
Distance to Major Cities
Sister Cities
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History

Ancient Times

The name Amol might come from the Amardi tribe. They lived in this area a very long time ago. Historians think Amol was founded over 3,000 years ago. Some stories even say it started during the time of a mythical king named Tahmuras.

Early Kingdoms

Map of the Median Empire (600 BC) showing the relative locations of the Amardian tribe

Amol was an important city during the Pishdadian dynasty and Kayanian dynasty. The Amards were people who lived here before the Aryans arrived. Amol was the capital of Mazandaran for a long time, from the Sassanid Empire until the Ilkhanate dynasty.

The Amards were brave people. They helped the Achaemenid Empire in many battles, including the invasion of Greece. Ancient writers like Herodotus and Strabo wrote about them.

Achaemenid Empire

The people of Amol were strong fighters. They took part in big battles like the Battle of Thermopylae. Some of the famous Immortals (Achaemenid Empire) archers were from Amol.

Parthian Empire

During the Parthian Empire, Amol was a major city in Iran. It was known as Homo or Hamo. The Parthian King Phraates I fought the Mardas in the Amol region.

Sassanian Empire

Silver gilt dish from the 7th–8th centuries. This style continued after the Arab invasions.

Amol was the capital of Mazandaran from the 3rd century AD under the Sassanian Empire. It remained the capital until the 13th or 14th century. Before Islam, Amol was one of the biggest cities in the region. Coins found from this time show that Amol was a capital city.

The city had temples, markets, and fire temples. One writer, Ibn Rawi, said Amol was even bigger than Isfahan and Qazvin. The Dabuyid dynasty and Bavand dynasty also made Amol their capital.

Islamic Era

Early Islamic Dynasties

Amol became the capital of Northern Iran during the Alid and Marashis dynasties. People in Amol accepted Islam around 775 AD. The city was also the capital for the Bavand dynasty and Ziyarid dynasty.

In the 9th century, Amol was one of Iran's largest cities. The people of Amol were very strong and resisted the Arabs at first. The Zaydid dynasty made Amol their capital. Later, the Ziyarid dynasty ruled. Amol was known for its industry and silk during this time.

Safavid Period

During the Safavid rule, Amol grew a lot. Abbas II of Persia loved the city and visited often. Amol was seen as a very grand city. Many bridges were built over the Haraz River during this time. After the Mongol invasion, Sari became the capital for a while. But later, Amol became the capital again.

Afsharid Period

During the Afsharid dynasty, Amol became important for trade and making weapons. Nader Shah ordered an iron plant to be built here. This was the first artillery workshop in Iran. It made cannonballs, rifles, and horseshoes.

Qajar Period

Merchants and travelers under Damavand mountain in 1859

In the Qajar era, a road and railway were planned from Tehran to Amol. Amol was a very busy trading center. Its inner city had a moat for protection. Houses were made of wood because of the heavy rain. The city was famous for wooden items, textiles, and carpets.

Many leaders of Iran's constitutional revolution came from Amol. The first modern railway in Iran was built in Amol in 1887. It connected Amol to the Caspian port of Mahmoudabad.

20th and 21st Centuries

Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi visiting Amol in 1948

Under Reza Shah Pahlavi, Amol changed a lot. New schools, streets, and government buildings were built. Austrian and German engineers helped build bridges and other structures. The Haraz road was also built during this time.

In 1982, there was an uprising in the forests around Amol. This event is known as the Epic 6 Bahman. After this, Ruhollah Khomeini praised the people of Amol.

17 Shahrivar Square (downtown)

Today, most traffic of the city, and connection from the north and south of the city is through these two bridges

In recent years, Amol has been modernized. Many new squares, towers, and bridges have been built. Haraz Street is one of the most modern streets in northern Iran. Amol is now a growing industrial city. It is a center for scientific development and research.

First in Iran

Amol holds many "firsts" in Iran's history:

The first steel mill
The first artillery and gunpowder workshop
The first foundry
The first modern railway
The first banknote printing factory
The first road building
The first commercial port in northern Iran
The first cotton gin factory
The first mineral water factory
The first MDF wood factory
The oldest seminary

Demographics

Language and Religion

Most people in Amol speak the Mazandarani language, also called Tabari. However, Persian is the main language spoken across Iran.

People in Mazandaran became Muslim around the 8th century. Today, most people in Amol follow Shia Islam. Mazandaran also has its own special calendar.

Population Growth

Amol's population has grown a lot over the years.

1956	1966	1976	1986	1991	1996	2006	2011	2016
22,251	40,076	68,963	118,242	139,923	159,092	197,470	219,915	237,528

In 2016, the city's population was 237,528 people.

Geography

illustration part of town from a hill

Amol is located on the Haraz River at 76 meters above sea level. It's about 18 km from the Caspian Sea and 10 km from the Alborz mountains. The highest peak in the Middle East, Mount Damavand, is south of Amol.

Amol has thick forests and valleys. It has beautiful rocky valleys, rivers, and waterfalls. There are also hot springs and many different kinds of wildlife. The city has a Mediterranean climate. This means hot summers and cool, wet winters. Most rain falls in December.

Nature and Wildlife

Amol has many dense forests and green pastures. The Haraz River path is one of the oldest routes connecting northern Iran to the central plateau.

The Caspian horse was rediscovered in Amol in 1965. The Mazandaran tiger also used to live in the forests around Amol.

Projects

The Haraz Dam is being built on the Haraz River. It will be the biggest dam in northern Iran. There are also plans to build a waste-to-energy plant in Amol.

Climate

Amol has hot summers and mild to cool winters. It has a Mediterranean climate.

Climate data for Amol (2001-2005)
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F)	13.0 (55.4)	13.8 (56.8)	15.7 (60.3)	19.0 (66.2)	23.6 (74.5)	27.0 (80.6)	29.9 (85.8)	31.2 (88.2)	28.4 (83.1)	24.7 (76.5)	19.1 (66.4)	14.0 (57.2)	21.6 (70.9)
Daily mean °C (°F)	8.4 (47.1)	9.1 (48.4)	11.5 (52.7)	15.0 (59.0)	19.9 (67.8)	23.6 (74.5)	26.0 (78.8)	27.0 (80.6)	24.3 (75.7)	20.1 (68.2)	14.3 (57.7)	9.7 (49.5)	17.4 (63.3)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F)	3.8 (38.8)	4.5 (40.1)	7.6 (45.7)	11.0 (51.8)	16.2 (61.2)	20.2 (68.4)	22.1 (71.8)	22.7 (72.9)	20.2 (68.4)	15.5 (59.9)	9.6 (49.3)	5.3 (41.5)	13.2 (55.8)
Average precipitation mm (inches)	65.39 (2.57)	55.25 (2.18)	55.23 (2.17)	32.23 (1.27)	22.10 (0.87)	15.54 (0.61)	15.14 (0.60)	18.65 (0.73)	63.84 (2.51)	71.39 (2.81)	95.56 (3.76)	72.61 (2.86)	582.93 (22.94)
Average extreme snow depth cm (inches)	1.0 (0.4)	0.91 (0.36)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0 (0)	0.55 (0.22)	0 (0)	1.0 (0.4)
Average relative humidity (%)	79	76	79	77	75	75	75	75	77	78	79	81	77
Mean monthly sunshine hours	131	135.5	124.5	134.3	188.5	192.2	206.6	179.2	134.6	164.2	142.9	129.7	1,863.2
Source: IRIMO(Temperatures), (Precipitation 2001-2010), (Humidity), (Sun) Snow depth (2007-2023)

Climate data for Amol
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F)	11.5 (52.7)	11.8 (53.2)	14.5 (58.1)	19.8 (67.6)	25.1 (77.2)	29.8 (85.6)	32.3 (90.1)	31.9 (89.4)	29.0 (84.2)	23.8 (74.8)	18.6 (65.5)	13.9 (57.0)	21.8 (71.3)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F)	3.2 (37.8)	4.0 (39.2)	7.0 (44.6)	11.5 (52.7)	16.5 (61.7)	21.0 (69.8)	23.3 (73.9)	23.0 (73.4)	20.0 (68.0)	14.6 (58.3)	9.6 (49.3)	5.2 (41.4)	13.2 (55.8)
Average rainfall mm (inches)	80 (3.1)	58 (2.3)	59 (2.3)	29 (1.1)	19 (0.7)	19 (0.7)	20 (0.8)	49 (1.9)	70 (2.8)	139 (5.5)	100 (3.9)	107 (4.2)	749 (29.3)
Average snowfall cm (inches)	1.2 (0.5)	3.1 (1.2)	1.6 (0.6)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	1.2 (0.5)	0.1 (0.0)	7.2 (2.8)
Average rainy days	10	9	11	9	7	5	4	7	7	8	8	10	95
Average snowy days	0.4	1.4	0.3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.4	0.1	2.6
Average relative humidity (%)	81	78	77	73	70	66	67	69	70	74	77	81	74
Mean daily daylight hours	10	10.9	12	13.1	14.1	14.6	14.4	13.5	12.4	11.2	10.2	9.7	12.2
Average ultraviolet index	3	4	3	5	6	7	7	7	6	4	4	4	5
Source: Weather2visit, Weather atlas(Snow-daylight-UV)

Economy

Kalleh Dairy Factory

Amol is a major center for dairy, poultry, and livestock products in Iran. It's also known for its Steel building and rice production. Mineral water, meat, dairy, wood, and metal products are key industries. Farming and tourism are very important to Amol's economy.

Amol is the economic heart of Mazandaran province. Rice, grains, fruits, and cotton are grown here. Amol exports many products, including food, citrus, flowers, cement, and meat. These go to countries like Afghanistan, Russia, and Iraq.

Rice Production

A typical rice paddy field on the outskirts of Amol

Iran Rice Festival at Amol

The Rice Research Institute of Iran was set up in Amol in 1963. It has greatly helped rice farming in the region. Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi called Amol the "capital of rice and science."

Amol rice is known for its high quality and is sold worldwide. In 2019, the Iran International Rice Trade Center opened in Amol. Rice seedling celebrations are held every year in the city.

Industries and Companies

Amol has been producing bricks, tobacco, rice, paper, and guns for thousands of years. Today, 65% of Mazandaran province's industries are in Amol. It's a big center for meat and dairy products. Growing plants in greenhouses is also important.

Large companies like Solico, which includes Kalleh Dairy and Kalleh Meat, are based in Amol. These are some of the biggest companies in Asia. Iran Heavy Diesel Manufacturing Company, which makes engines for cars and ships, is also in Amol.

Major Companies

Kalleh Company (dairy – meat)
DESA Iran Heavy Diesel Manufacturing Company
TAKAB Security Paper Mill (prints Iranian money)
Fouladin Zob
Khazar Electric
Haraz Dairy
Delveseh Food Industries
Polur Mineral Water
Nestlé Iran
Zarbal
Abescon
Nasaji Babakan
Aras Bazar pharmaceutical Co
Garma Electric
Amolo Mineral Water
Zarrin Soleh Jam
Dirgodaz Amol
Safa Industrial Group
SPS
Amol Boresh
Mazandaran Cable
Nava Mineral Water
Baaz
Tpciran
Mollen
Sepidan
Gela Dairy
Khazar Choob
PGA (Peyman)
Sangsa
Kardar Group
Hochland SE

Local Crafts

Pottery is a common craft in Amol. People make different types of pottery, like earthenware and porcelain. There are also many fish farming centers near the city. They raise fish like trout and sturgeon.

Public Services

Shopping

Amol has many shopping centers and stores. You can find big chain stores like Refah Chain Stores Co. and Iran Hyper Star. Most branded and fancy shops are in the city center streets like Mahdieh and Haraz.

Some popular shopping spots are:

Oxin City Center
Aftab Mall
Ghaem Shopping Center
Sepehr complex
Oxin Mall
Ghaem Gold Mall
Grand Passage Amol
Morvarid Passage
Farzaneh Passage
Akhavan Passage
Mirdamad Passage

Hotels

The first hotel in Amol, Hotel Shahr, was built in 1972. It was renovated in 2014. Other well-known hotels include:

City Hotel Amol
Oxin Hotel
Shomal Olympic Hotel
Niloofar Hotel

Hospitals

Amol has several hospitals, including:

Shomal Hospital
Imam Khomeini Hospital
Imam Reza Hospital
17 Shahrivar Hospital
Imam Ali Hospital
Peyman Hospital
Nik Darman Hospital

Oxin City Center
Oxin City Center
Oxin Hotel
Shomal Hospital
Aftab Shopping Center
Imam Reza Hospital
Hotel City (Hotel Shahr)

Culture

Amol has a rich culture with old traditions mixed with Islamic customs. It's known for its poets and thinkers. Local crafts include wool products, felting, and mat weaving.

Special events held each year include:

Varf Chal
Locho Wrestling
Palm and Tiregan (also called Damavand National Day)

Tirgan is an ancient festival in Iran. In Mazandaran, it's called Tir Maah Sizdah Sho. People celebrate by splashing water, dancing, and eating traditional foods. Children tie colorful bands on their wrists and throw them into a stream after ten days.

Varf Chal is a 600-year-old ceremony in a village near Amol. It means "snow storing." Nowruz, the Persian New Year, is also celebrated in Amol. Nowruz Khani is a tradition where people sing songs about spring coming.

Locho wrestling is an ancient sport in northern Iran. It's a traditional and heroic sport. Amoli people enjoy going to cinemas, art shows, music concerts, and book fairs. Amol is known as the city of Mystics and Philosophers.

Tirgan and Damavand National Day Festival at Amol
Arikeh Aryaei hall in Amol
Book City in Amol

Old City

Old Bazaar

The heart of old Amol is its old bazaar. This market is very old, dating back before Islam. It's known as Paein Baazar or Bazaar Chaharsogh. The roofs of the shops are tiled to protect from sun and rain. Weekly markets are held in the open spaces.

Old Neighborhoods

Amol has many old neighborhoods, some of which are:

Bazaar Chahar Soogh
Kashi Mahaleh
Moshaei Mahaleh
Shahandasht Mahaleh
Shahrbanu Mahaleh
Kardgar Mahaleh Amiriha
Gorji Mahaleh
Espeh-Kola
Qadi Mahaleh
Niaki Mahaleh
Rodgari Mahaleh Chaksar
Gol Bagh Mahaleh
Aski Mahaleh
Chelabi Mahaleh
Khavar Mahaleh
Haron Mahaleh
Sabze Meydan
Rezvanieh
Avam Koy

Manouchehri House in old Amol
Window Shafahi House in old Amol
Agha Abbas Mosque in old Amol
Entrance Amol Bazaar
View of Imamzadeh Qasem in old Amol

Historical and Natural Attractions

Amol and its surrounding areas have many interesting places to visit:

Mount Damavand: Iran's highest peak, important in Persian stories.
Mausoleum of Mir Bozorg: A tomb tower.
Lar Dam and Lar National Park
Mosque of Hasan al-Utrush
Sayyid Haydar Amuli (Seyyed Se Tan Tomb tower)
Moalagh Bridge and Davazdah Cheshmeh Bridge
Shahandasht Waterfall
Amol Bazaar
Amol History Museum
Malek Bahman Castle
Nassereddin Shah relief (Shekl-e Shah)
Jameh Mosque of Amol and Agha Abbas Mosque
Kafar Koli Caves
Yakhi Waterfall and Deryouk Waterfall
Shah Abbasi Baths
Fire Temple of Amol (Shams Al-Rasol)
Imamzadeh Ibrahim
The Sasanian Road
Zaman Valley
Tower Khidr Nabi
Village forest Blairan and Village forest Alimastan
Gol-e Zard Cave
Manouchehri Mansion and Shafahi House
Ab Ask Thermal Springs
Ashraf Bath
Inn Kemboja
Heshtel Towers
Kahrud Castle
Sangi Bridge Polour
Imam Hassan Askari Mosque
Imamzadeh Qasem Shrine
Imamzadeh Abdollah Shrine
Mohammad Taher Shrine
Lake Sahon
Haj Ali Kochak Mosque
Ab Murad Waterfall
Sang Darka Waterfall
Amoloo Mineral Water Spring
Forest Park Mirza Kuchak Khan Haraz
Forest Park Halumsar
Ziaru Jungle
Dehkadeh Talaei Park
Larijan Hot Spring
Dokhaharan lake
Hosseiniyeh of Amol
Plain Shaghayegh Larijan
Gabri Tower
Mir-Safi Baths
Tomb Darvish Sheikh Ismail
Robat Sangi Polur
Prairie anemone of Polur
Haj Ali Arbab House
Do Berar Peak
Sahun Lake
Ancient Hill Qaleh Kesh
Larijan Thermal Spring
Rineh Thermal Springs
Kolakchal Mountain
Ghoredagh Mountain
Div Asiyab Spring
Hand Caves in Larijan
Tekyeh Firuz Kola
Amiri Waterfall
Mahan Waterfall
Lasem Ab Morad Waterfall
Pol-e Mun Castle
Saghanefar Hendu Kola
Saghanefar Zarrin Kola
Tomb of Sultan Shahabuddin
Takyeh Oji Abad

Pol-e No (lit. "New Bridge"), also known as Moalagh Bridge
Tomb of Mir-i Buzurg
Tomb of Mir Haydar Amuli
Jameh Mosque of Amol
Imamzadeh Ibrahim

Forest Park
Haraz River
Baliran
Nature of Amol
Dehkadeh Talaei Park Lake

Souvenirs and Food

Souvenirs

When you visit Amol, you can find many unique souvenirs:

Rice

Dissimilar Pastry

Felt

Orange

Rice (Berenj)
Tursu (Torshi) - pickled vegetables
Vegetables (Sabzi)
Kilim (Gelim) - a type of rug
Pottery (Sofalgari)
Juglans (Gerdoo) - walnuts
Orange (Porteghal)
Cherry (Gilas)
Apple (Sib)
Wood carving (Monabat Kari)
Honey (Asal)
Felt (Namad)
Fruit preserves (Murabba)
Local Bread (Nan Mahali)
Pastry Ab dandan
Pastry Aqooz Kennak
Pastry Saghe aroos
Naz Khatoon
Abe Narenj
Pisgendele
Yogurt dalal
Halva native

Local Food

Amol has many delicious traditional dishes:

Kateh - a simple rice dish
Kabab torsh - sour kebab
Tah Chin - layered rice cake
Halva - sweet dessert
Peshte Zik
Alu Mosema
Morghe Torsh - sour chicken
Shami Goosht
Ash-e doogh - yogurt soup
Khoresht Aloo - plum stew
Mahi Shekam Por (Stuffed Fish)
Morgh Shekam Por (Stuffed Chicken)
Ordak Shekam Por (Stuffed Duck)
Ispina-Saek
Ashure - sweet pudding

Transportation

Air and Rail

Amol has an air base with two rescue helicopters. This is Iran's first air rescue center.

The first Iranian railway was built between Mahmudabad and Amol in 1887. It was built by private companies. A fast train from Tehran to Amol ran from 2013 to 2020.

Roads and Buses

Haraz Road

Amol has the largest urban boulevards and highways in Mazandaran. There are five bus terminals in the city. The Terminal International Firuzi is the biggest in northern Iran. The city also has many public and private taxis.

The Haraz Road (Road 77) is the most important road from Tehran to northern Iran. It goes through the Haraz river valley. This road is the shortest way from Tehran to the north (180 km). Lar National Park can be reached using this road.

Main Streets and Boulevards

Haraz Street
Imam Reza Street
Taleb Amoli Boulevard
Ayatollah Taleghani Boulevard
Nour Street
Mahdieh Street
Enghelab Street
Janbazan Street
Monfared Niyaki Boulevard
Ayatollah Modarres Boulevard
Yousefian Boulevard
Muhammad ibn Jarir Tabari Street
17 Shahrivar Street
Basij Boulevard
Laleh Street
Farhang Street
Amin Tabarsi Boulevard
Shahid Beheshti Street
Mostafa Khomeini Street
Pasdaran Street
Azadegan Boulevard
Velayat Boulevard
Motahhari Boulevard
Hilal Ahmar Street
Shahid Ghassemi Boulevard
Resalat Street

View of Haraz Street (Summer season)
View of Haraz Street (Winter season)
Haraz Street
Taleb Amoli Boulevard bridge
Modarres Boulevard - Entrance to the city from Tehran
Imam Reza Street

Customs

In the past, Amol had a large international port for trade. Now, Amol Customs works as part of Central Customs. Products from Amol are exported to other cities under its supervision.

Science and Education

Shomal University

Amol has a long history of learning and science. In the past, it had many schools and universities. In the 11th century, Nizam al-Mulk suggested creating modern schools in big Islamic cities, and Amol was one of them. Many famous Iranian scholars were born here. The first seminary (religious school) was built in Amol by Hasan al-Utrush.

Today, Amol continues to be a center for science and education. It has many universities and schools.

Colleges and Universities

Amol is home to several universities, including some of the biggest in Iran:

Shomal University
Amol University of Special Modern Technologies (the first state university in Amol)
Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Amol Branch (one of the largest universities in the Middle East)
Aban Haraz Institute of Higher Education
Amol University
Mazandaran 5 (University of Applied Science and Technology UAST)
Sabz Institute of Higher Education
PNU Amol (Payame Noor University)
Sama College
Nursing and Paramedical (University of Medical Sciences)
Pasteur Institute, Iran of Amol
College of Samangan
Applied Science Center Fza
Amol Tohid girls College
Allameh Hasanzadeh Amoli College
University of Quranic Sciences
Farhangian University at Amol

Schools

The first modern school in Amol was the Islamic National School, opened in 1904. Other schools were built later, like Malekzadeh High School and Pahlavi High School. Pahlavi High School, now called Imam Khomeini High School, was built in 1934 by German engineers. It is now a national heritage site.

Sports

Wrestling, Volleyball, Handball, Futsal, Basketball, Boxing, Race car, Mountaineering, Bodybuilding, Karate, Taekwondo and Kung Fu are popular sports in Amol.

Kalleh Mazandaran is a famous volleyball club from Amol. They were Asian Club Champions in 2013. Kalleh also has a basketball team.

Notable Athletes

Amol is the hometown of many famous athletes, including:

Ghasem Rezaei: Olympic gold and bronze medalist in wrestling.
Adel Gholami: A player on the national volleyball team.

Sports Clubs

Club	Sport	League
Kalleh Mazandaran	Volleyball	Super League
Labaniat Haraz Amol	Volleyball	Super League
Ghand Katrin F.C.	Futsal	Super League
Fouladin Zob	Wrestling	Premier Wrestling League
Fouladin Zob	Weightlifting	Premier Weightlifting League
Damavand Amol	Association football	3rd Division
Kalleh Mazandaran BC	Basketball	IBSL Super League
Raad Padafand Amol	Handball	Premier Handball League
Heyat Badminton Amol	Badminton	Badminton Premier League
Shahrvand Amol	Basketball	Wheelchair Premier League
Veterans & Disabled Amol	Volleyball	Women's Sitting Premier League
F.C Shahin Amol	Association football	Junior Premier League
Amol Football Association	Futsal	Women's Premier League

Stadiums

Payambar Azam Arena
Chamran Stadium
Kalleh Stadium

Media and Cinema

Many newspapers and publications have been printed in Amol for a long time. The first newspaper in Amol was called Mazandaran.

Amol has 3 cinemas. Farhang Cinema was the first, built in 1952. Other cinemas built before the revolution include Moulin Rouge, Metropole, and Arash.

Amol in Literature

A picture of Rostam in Ferdowsi's tomb

Amol is mentioned many times in the famous Persian epic poem, Shahnameh, written by Ferdowsi. In the Shahnameh, the legendary hero Arash the Archer shot an arrow from Amol to mark the border of Iran.