Tourist attractions of khorram abad
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The broken bridge Shapuri
Address:
Lorestan, south of Khorramabad city, south side of south side Falak-ol-Aflak Castle
About: The broken bridge Shapuri
Shekasteh (Shapuri) bridge was built in the time of Shapur I Sassanid at the same time of the construction of Falak al-Aflak castle and is located in the one kilometer distance of the south of this castle in Khorram Abad Town. This bridge which is more than 330 meters long is one of the largest stone bridges of Iran and was established as a passage for caravan travelers and Iranian army from Shush to Ecbatana.
This massive and beautiful bridge was registered in the list of Iran’s national relics with the registration number of 1058.
General Specifications
Name
The broken bridge (Shekasteh) Shapuri
Appellation
The bridge was attributed to the Sassanid Shapur I and in his name it is known
Age
Sassanid era
Builder
The bridge was constructed according to a narrative during the reign of Sassanid Shapur I
Special features
Amongthe biggest of stone bridges in Iran
Suggestions
Best time to visit
Spring
Similar relics and places
Other bridges of Sassanid period
Nearest tourist attractions
Falak-ol-Aflak Castle
Access route
Address
Lorestan, south of Khorramabad city, south side of south side Falak-ol-Aflak Castle
Facilities
Access to vehicles
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