14. The Khaju Bridge
Situated in Iran’s Isfahan
Founded in 1650 (repaired in 1873)
The Khaju Bridge was constructed in the seventeenth century in Isfahan, Iran, at an unknown cost by King Abbas II. After construction was completed in 1650, the bridge stood with its twenty-three arches intact until the Iranian authorities rebuilt it and brought it back to its former splendor in 1873.
Khaju Bridge Fischer, Jakob, and Shutterstock
Inside the building, King Abbas II erected a pavilion to enjoy the view of his dominion. In fact, some of the stone throne’s fragments are visible today. Bricks and stones are used to build the bridge. It was originally embellished with paintings and tilework by King Abbas II, and the bridge featured a teahouse. Over the Zayanderud, it passes.
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