Iran Press/Iran news: The bridge is built on Qeshlaq River in the east of Sanandaj. It is a legacy from Safavid and Zand periods.
Qeshlaq Historical Bridge is about 78 meters long, 3 meters wide, and comprises 6 spans.
In the body of the bridge, which has been registered on the list of Iran's national monuments, there are two old inscriptions belonging to the Qajar period that show the date of repair of the bridge.
Local people have restored and repaired the bridge, especially during the Qajar period. In terms of strength, regarding the constituent elements, the Qeshlaq Bridge is a good example of the bridge construction in the Safavid period.
Sanandaj is a beautiful city with several tourist attractions. It is one of the largest cities of Iran and the most inhabitants of which are Kurds. Due to the geographical location and urban activities during the Safavid and Qajar dynasties, Sanandaj has a valuable traditional urban texture.
There are many residential and public buildings in Sanandaj that are part of the city's historical attraction. They are buildings like baths, mosques, and bazaar.
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