Gorica Bridge, Ottoman stone bridge in Berat, Albania.
Gorica Bridge is a stone arch structure spanning the Osum River and connecting the Gorica neighborhood to Mangalemi. It features seven arches and measures roughly 130 meters in length with a walkway about 5 meters wide.
The original structure was built from wood in the late 1700s to link both riverbanks. It was completely replaced with stone construction during the 1920s and 1930s, which still stands today.
The name comes from the Gorica neighborhood, which was historically home to Greek Orthodox families. Today, locals use it as their daily crossing between communities, and it remains central to neighborhood identity.
The best way to experience it is on foot, crossing at your own pace to take in the river views and surrounding neighborhoods. The walk is straightforward and takes just a few minutes, offering good vantage points for photographs.
Local stories speak of a dungeon built into the original wooden structure where someone was confined without food to ensure the bridge's protection. This tale reflects ancient beliefs tied to the construction of early structures.
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