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Kanuni Bridge, Ottoman stone bridge in Edirne, Turkey.

The Kanuni Bridge extends 60 meters across the Tunca River with four stone arches and measures 4.5 meters in width.

Built in 1554 under Suleiman the Magnificent's reign, this bridge connected the Edirne Palace to the city through Mimar Sinan's architectural design.

The bridge name honors Sultan Suleiman, known as Kanuni for his establishment of legal codes during the Ottoman Empire's peak.

Located at coordinates 41°41′12″N and 26°33′32″E, the bridge maintains its function as a crossing point over the Tunca River in Edirne.

The bridge features stone construction techniques from the 16th century, demonstrating the engineering capabilities of Ottoman master builders.

Architects: Mimar Sinan

Length: 60 m

GPS coordinates: 41.68670,26.55900

Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:43

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