Shapuri Bridge, Sassanid-era stone bridge in Khorramabad, Iran
Shapuri Bridge is an ancient stone crossing in Khorramabad that carries traffic over the Kashgan River. The structure was built with stone and mortar, and its remaining arches show the solid masonry techniques used in its construction.
The bridge was built during the Sassanid period as part of ancient Persia's road network. Over the centuries, time and water have worn away much of the original structure, but it remains a witness to that era.
This crossing was built by the Sassanid Empire to serve local and trade traffic. It represents a sophisticated approach to bridge construction that influenced Persian engineering for centuries.
The bridge is reached from the main roads approaching Khorramabad and sits near the town center. It is best viewed from the riverbank below or from the bridge itself to appreciate how it spans the water.
The bridge originally had 28 arches when first built, though erosion and flooding have left only a handful standing. This loss reveals how powerful water and time can be against even solid stone structures.
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