Red Bridge, Medieval bridge at Azerbaijan-Georgia border
Description
The Red Bridge is a medieval brick structure spanning 175 meters across the Khrami River at the Azerbaijan-Georgia border. Its design features four arches of different sizes that support the crossing over the water.
History
The structure was built in the 17th century to replace an earlier 12th-century bridge at the same location. It served as the main border crossing between the two countries until 1998.
Culture
The bridge carries different names in local languages: Qirmizi Korpu in Azerbaijani and Tsiteli Khidi in Georgian, reflecting its importance to both regions. The red baked brick construction is typical of the region's traditional building style along historic trade routes.
Practical
The bridge lies away from main tourist routes and requires planning to visit since it sits in a border zone. Check local conditions and accessibility rules before making the trip to ensure you can reach and view the structure.
Did you know?
The structure contained built-in chambers that functioned as caravanserais, offering shelter and rest to travelers passing through. These inner spaces had different sizes on each riverbank and show the bridge's use beyond simple river crossing.
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