History and archaeology / Bridge
Akköprü (Şekerpınarı Bridge)
Pozantı, Adana
A single-arched historic bridge over a tributary of the Seyhan in the Taurus Mountains, in use since at least the 9th century.
Its story
Because sources say the Abbasid caliph al-Ma'mun crossed this bridge on his Byzantine campaign in 833, the structure is thought to have been built before that date. The bridge is about 83 meters long and its arch span exceeds 10 meters. It is an important link on the historic road across the Taurus Mountains and has been repaired in various periods.
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Getting there
- North of Pozantı, near Alpu/Şekerpınarı
- Visit duration
- 20 min
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
Location
37.47111, 34.86194
Where to eat nearby
No food & drink venues listed nearby.
Map data: © OpenStreetMap contributors; Overture Maps
Reviews
No approved reviews yet. Reviews are written in the app after a visit.
Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C5%9Eekerp%C4%B1nar%C4%B1_K%C3%B6pr%C3%BCs%C3%BC | https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/266431960