Malan bridge, Ancient arch bridge in Herat Province, Afghanistan.
The Malan Bridge stretches 230 meters across the Hari River with twenty-two stone arches connecting the Injil and Guzara districts.
The bridge dates back to 1110 CE when Sultan Ahmad Sanjar of the Seljuk Empire ordered its construction as a vital transportation link.
Local folklore attributes the bridge's construction to princesses Bibi Nur and Bibi Hur, who allegedly used egg shells and clay in the building process.
The bridge continues to serve as a critical transportation route, allowing vehicles and pedestrians to cross the Hari River throughout the year.
The structure has endured multiple floods that destroyed other bridges along the Hari River, demonstrating the effectiveness of its engineering design.
Location: Herat Province
Inception: 1110s
Length: 230 m
GPS coordinates: 34.28622,62.19133
Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:43
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