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Babol is a city in the Iranian province of Mazandaran, north-east of Tehran and about 40 kilometers 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 283,617 .
ded in the 16th century, it was built on the site of the ancient city of Mamter (deriving from "Mah Mithra" "great Mithra).

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Babol is a city in the Iranian province of Mazandaran, north-east of Tehran and about 40 kilometers 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 283,617 .
History
Founded in the 16th century, it was built on the site of the ancient city of Mamter (deriving from "Mah Mithra" "great Mithra). Babol was formerly called Barforushdeh and Barforush afterwards.
Geography and climate
The city is located approximately 20 kilometers south of Caspian Sea on the west bank of Babol Rood River and receives abundant annual rainfall. Babol borders Babolsar to the north, Qaem Shahr and Savad Kooh to the east, and Amol to the west. Babol University is famous for its breathtaking environment.
Landmarks
The ruins of Shah Abbas I's palace are located in the city.
Economy
Food and textiles — as well as other processed goods — are produced. Fruits grown and processed in Babol include oranges, lemons, and tangerines. There are many rice farms around the city, and tea, tobacco, and cotton were processed in the past — about 20 years ago. Babol is more commercial compared to most nearby cities.
Colleges and universities
Universities include:
Sport
Babol is home to Iranian Basketball Super League side BEEM Mazandaran BC who play in the Shahid Sajoodi Arena.
BEEM has also a popular vollyeball team in Iranian superligue in 2008-2009. Exept these teams Babol has also has famous sportman in table tennis like 'Noshad Alamian' and others.
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