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Story and significance
About
The historical Memikan Bridge, located in the Beşiri district, is an important medieval structure built on the Silk Road route.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Located on the historical Garzan Stream, the Memikan Bridge is one of the oldest transportation structures in the Batman province. This ancient bridge within the boundaries of Beşiri sheds light on the commercial and cultural history of the region. The structure, of which only some piers have survived to the present day, is a Türkiye cultural heritage worth examining architecturally.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Historic sites
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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