ŞAHRUH BRIDGE

The Şahruh Bridge is located in the Sarıoğlan district of Kayseri province. Built in ancient times, this bridge holds great historical significance and attracts history enthusiasts from around the world. Every year, thousands of people visit this ancient structure and search for information about it online.

Commissioned by Şahruh, the son of Bozkurt Bey, the bridge was later repaired during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, during which all necessary restorations and precautions were undertaken. It is estimated that the Şahruh Bridge was built between the years 1475 and 1480. However, due to a lack of records or lost documentation, the exact year of construction remains unknown.

Extensive research has been conducted on this subject, and historians worldwide have proposed various theories regarding the bridge’s origin. Nevertheless, the most widely accepted and concrete information today is that the bridge was in use no later than 1480.

During its early years, the bridge was used for carrying out death sentences, but over time, it served other purposes as well. The bridge has undergone restoration approximately five times and is still in use today. Measuring about 150 meters in length and around 6 meters in width, the Şahruh Bridge features 8 arches and continues to astonish those who see it.