Sartepe railway bridge: a masterpiece of engineering in the heart of the forest
Sartepe railway bridge, which is also known as Versak bridge, is located in Swadkoh region in Mazandaran province. This bridge, which was put into operation in 1317, is one of the longest and most beautiful railway bridges in Iran.
Architecture:
Sartepe railway bridge with a height of 110 meters and a length of 180 meters has 6 spans and 2 arches. The materials used in the construction of this bridge are stone, brick, sand and cement mortar. The architect of this bridge was a German engineer named Hans Bell.
History:
Sartepe railway bridge was built during the first Pahlavi era and in line with the construction of the northern railway line. The construction of this bridge, which lasted for about 5 years, is considered an engineering masterpiece considering the facilities and equipment of that time.
Attractions:
Natural scenery: Sartepe railway bridge is located in the heart of dense forests and mountainous area. The natural scenery around this bridge is very beautiful and eye-catching.
Photography: Sartepe railway bridge is one of the popular places for photography. Many photographers travel to this area to capture beautiful pictures of this bridge.
History and culture: Sartepe railway bridge is one of the historical monuments of Iran, which shows the engineering and architecture of the first Pahlavi era.
Best travel time:
The best time to travel to Swadkoh and visit Sartepe railway bridge is spring and summer. In these seasons, the weather of Swadekoh is cool and pleasant, and the nature of the region is in its most beautiful state.
Access path:
To access Sartepe railway bridge, you need to go to Swadkoh area and Firozkoh road. Sartepe railway bridge is located near Sartepe village.
