Shah Abbasi Bridge, A monument from Safavid era

Shah Abbasi Bridge, also known as Sulaymaniyah Bridge and Pol Dokhtar, is one of the Safavid monuments that constructed on the Karaj River.

There are plenty of natural and historical attractions in Karaj and other cities of Alborz province that are definitely worth visiting. The Alborz province with its beautiful Chalus road, the Amir Kabir Dam, the Pearl Palace, and the Dizin Ski Resort, is one of the attractive destinations for travelers who want to enjoy off the beaten places. Now, we are going to introduce a monument that is hidden amongst the buildings and other elements of the city, and few will notice it.

Shah Abbasi Bridge, also known as Sulaymaniyah Bridge and Shah Abbasi Bridge, is one of the Safavid monuments that constructed on the Karaj River. Furthermore, this bridge has been built on the remains of the Seljuk monument and renovated in the Safavid period. This historic bridge located in the eastern part of Karaj, along with a Seljuq ruined castle of Samsam, and due to its urban landscape, has the ability to become a tourist destination. In the past, this bridge was the link between Tehran and the west of the country, which has widely mentioned in travel and historical documents.

Natural factors like rain, flood and so on have caused severe erosion on the bridge structure during times. As a result of a decrease in strength, it renovated several times. For instance, the bridge features were completely changed in the Safavid era and renewed with the style of the structures of that period.

Technical features of the bridge:
 

The Shah Abbasi Bridge has two spans that Karaj River passes within them. The most part of the bridge made from stone and Sarooj, except the central pillar that made of bricks. The length of this bridge is near 61 meters and its width is more than 7 meters. Due to its large arch, the bridge has a wonderful view over the Karaj River.

• What is the best time to go?

There are no time limits for visiting this bridge. You can visit it at any time.

• Getting there?

The Shah Abbasi Bridge located at the beginning of Chalus Road. To access there, enter the Tehran-Karaj Highway, and after about 30 minutes driving, you must change the direction toward the Chalus road. After that, you will arrive at Hafez Square and get the second exit towards the bridge.