Çeşnigir Bridge, Medieval stone bridge in Kırıkkale Province, Turkey
The Çeşnigir Bridge is a stone footbridge in Kırıkkale Province that spans the Kızılırmak River, connecting Karakeçili and Köprüköy. Its structure consists of twelve stone arches and measures about 6 meters in width.
The bridge was built in the 13th century during the Seljuk period and served as an important river crossing. It was later rebuilt and reinforced under architect Mimar Sinan during the reign of Sultan Selim.
The bridge displays construction methods typical of the Seljuk period in Central Anatolia. Walking across it, you notice the careful stonework that local builders used centuries ago.
The bridge is open only to pedestrians after being closed to vehicle traffic in 1989. Access is straightforward, though water levels can affect conditions and the surface may become slippery in wet weather.
The construction of Kapulukaya Dam raised water levels and partially submerged the bridge's foundations. This transformation changed how the structure appears and functions, making it an unusual example of how modern development has reshaped a historic site.
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