Admire the elegant Seljuk-era arches of this historic river crossing, built on ancient Roman foundations near the famous theater.

A Seljuk Masterpiece over the River

The Aspendos Bridge (locally known as Köprüpazar) is a historic bridge built in the 13th century on Roman foundations. Crossing the Köprüçay River, the bridge is a masterpiece of Seljuk engineering, featuring its characteristic pointed arches and unique "broken" zigzag design. It was built using stones from the nearby ancient city of Aspendos and has stood for nearly 800 years. Walking across the bridge, you can admire the turquoise water flowing below and the lush green banks, offering a peaceful moment of connection to Turkey’s medieval past.

What Makes It Special

• Architectural Ingenuity: The "broken" design was a Seljuk innovation to help the bridge survive heavy river floods.
• River Views: Offers a stunning, peaceful perspective of the turquoise Köprüçay river.
• History Recycled: A living example of how the Seljuks reused Roman ruins to build a modern medieval infrastructure.

Visitor Tips

Located on the road leading to the Aspendos Ancient Theatre; it is a quick 10-minute photo stop that is well worth it. There is no entrance fee. Visit in the morning when the sunlight hits the turquoise water and the stone arches perfectly.