Haft Cheshme Bridge (Dash Kesen Bridge): a masterpiece of Safavid period architecture
Haft Cheshme Bridge, which is also known as Jejin Bridge, Yedi Gozli Bridge, Korpi Qarzami Bridge and Dash Kesen Bridge, is one of the valuable historical works of Iran located in Ardabil city and on the Baliqlo Chai River. This bridge is one of the popular tourist attractions of Ardabil province due to its unique architecture and historical age.
A look at the architecture of the bridge:
Seven spans: The bridge has seven brick spans built with five and seven arches.
Stone breakwaters: The foundations of the bridge are secured with stone breakwaters, which shows the skill of the architects of that period.
Materials: Brick, plaster and lime are the main materials used to build this bridge.
History of the bridge:
Safavid period: Haft Cheshme Bridge was built in the Safavid period.
Restoration: This bridge was restored in 1374 AH.
National registration: Haft Cheshme Bridge was registered as one of Iran’s national works in 1348 AH.
The importance of the bridge:
Historical: This bridge is one of the important sources for historical and cultural studies of the region due to its historical age and unique architecture.
Tourism: Haft Cheshme Bridge is one of the popular tourist attractions of Ardabil province and many tourists visit it every year.
Architecture: The Haft Cheshme bridge architecture is an outstanding example of the skill and art of Safavid era architects.
