Gafarli Stone Bridge

Story and significance

About

Located near the Gafarli village of the Sumbas district, this historical stone bridge bears traces of ancient engineering. It is one of the registered structures of Osmaniye cultural heritage.

Timeline, heritage and stories

Heritage

Gafarli Stone Bridge is a traditional stone bridge built to provide transportation over the streams within the boundaries of Sumbas. It was an important crossing point of the old roads connecting the surrounding villages of Osmaniye. Partially preserving its original architectural structure today, this bridge is a local example of stone bridge architecture across Türkiye.

Practical notes before you go

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Type: Historic sites
Tip: Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.

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Cem Castle

Located in the Sumbas district, Cem Castle is an important historical defense structure surviving from the Middle Ages. It is a fine example of military architecture in the Osmaniye region.

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Baqras (Bagdas) Castle

Situated in the Sumbas geography, Bagdas Castle is an ancient settlement and defense area built on a high hill. It houses ruins that shed light on the history of Osmaniye .