Old Bridge of Dezful
The Old Bridge of Dezful is located near the city of Dezful in South Western Iran. This bridge connects the western and eastern part of the city of Dezful.
Old Bridge | |
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Old Bridge of Dezful in Night | |
| Coordinates | 32.3816°N 48.3908°E |
| Crosses | Dez River |
| Locale | Dezful, Iran |
| Official name | Sasanid Bridge |
| Heritage status | Listed as national cultural heritage since 1932 with NO. 84 |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Roman arch bridge |
| Material | Stone |
| Total length | 385.5 m (1,265 ft) |
| Width | 9.5 m (31 ft) |
| Height | 15 m (49 ft) |
| No. of spans | 14 |
| History | |
| Construction start | 260 AD |
| Construction end | 260 AD |
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