Khaju Bridge, Stone bridge in Isfahan, Iran.
The Khaju Bridge spans 137 meters across the Zayanderud River with 23 arches constructed from stone and brick materials measuring 12 meters in width.
Shah Abbas II ordered the construction of this bridge in 1650 upon the foundations of an older structure from the Timurid period.
The central pavilion of the bridge contains paintings and decorative tiles that reflect Persian architectural traditions of the Safavid period.
The bridge functions both as a crossing point and a water management system through sluice gates beneath the archways that regulate river flow.
Stone lions stand at each corner of the bridge, with inscriptions bearing the signatures of the original craftsmen who built the structure.
Location: Isfahan
Official opening: 1650
Length: 137 m
Width: 12 m
Made from material: stone, brick
Address: Isfahan Province, Isfahan, Khajoo Bridge, JMPM+P8H, Iran Isfahan
GPS coordinates: 32.63667,51.68333
Latest update: November 24, 2025 17:52
Bridges have connected shores, valleys and communities for centuries. This collection presents significant bridge structures from different periods and regions. From medieval stone arches to modern steel constructions, these works demonstrate the evolution of engineering. The 16th-century Rialto Bridge in Venice spans the Grand Canal with a single stone arch. The Golden Gate in San Francisco extends 2.7 kilometers, connecting the city with northern California. In Singapore, the Helix Bridge forms a pedestrian connection across Marina Bay with its double spiral structure. These constructions serve practical functions in urban transport while defining the skylines of their cities. They document technical solutions to geographic obstacles and show different approaches to bridge building across the centuries.
Stone arch bridges rank among the most durable structures in history. From Roman aqueducts in Spain to medieval river crossings in Central Europe, these constructions demonstrate the evolution of engineering over two millennia. The Pont du Gard in France once transported 20,000 cubic meters of water daily over 50 kilometers, while the Segovia Aqueduct in Spain was built without mortar. In Asia, stone bridges like the Marco Polo Bridge in China have connected trade routes for centuries. The Khaju Bridge in Isfahan functions simultaneously as a dam and public gathering space. These structures served multiple purposes: transport, water supply, and social meeting points. Many of these bridges and aqueducts remain in use today. They document various construction techniques, from Roman concrete vaults to Persian brick arch structures. The constructions have survived wars, earthquakes, and floods, remaining functional elements of modern infrastructure.
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