Beğendik Bridge, Concrete road bridge in Pervari, Turkey.
The Beğendik Bridge is a concrete road bridge that carries traffic across the Botan valley at considerable height. Its 450-meter length and wide central span make it an essential crossing for this remote region.
Construction began in 1998 but faced multiple delays and interruptions before final completion in 2020. The extended timeline reflects the technical challenges of building such a structure across this difficult terrain.
The bridge serves as a connection point between the provinces of Van, Bitlis, Siirt, Mardin, and Batman, linking different regional communities.
The bridge is a major route that significantly cuts travel time between distant areas of the region. Visitors can cross it in any season, though poor weather may affect visibility and road conditions.
Construction employed over 1,000 workers, with a significant portion coming from nearby communities. This local involvement made the project an important source of employment for surrounding villages.
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