Shaharah Bridge

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by Bernard Gagnon

/ CC BY-SA 3.0

The Shaharah Bridge, also known as the "Bridge of Sighs," is a historic architectural marvel located in the Yemeni town of Shaharah. Constructed in the 17th century during the Ottoman occupation, the bridge spans a dramatic gorge and connects two mountain peaks, facilitating travel and communication between isolated communities. Built from limestone blocks and rising approximately 20 meters above the canyon, the bridge is a testament to the engineering prowess of its time.