- Location: Mesi Bridge, Boks, Shkodra, Albania
- Length: 108 m
- Year of construction: 1780
At first glance Albania seems to be such a peculiar terra incognita in the sphere of tourism. However, the fears of most travelers are very justified - in its development this country is slightly late compared with the rest of Europe. However, you should not cut from the shoulder and immediately close the familiarization booklets and articles - Albania can surprise you pleasantly, and rest in conditions far from the service of laxtery hotels can bring your zest to your life. Undoubtedly, the country's rich history imposes its imprints and, first of all, on architecture. One of the most important structures is the ancient Ottoman bridge in Mesa.
What is interesting about the bridge in Mesa?
The Ottoman Empire left many buildings in the country, which today are recognized as architectural monuments. The ancient bridge in Mesa is one of them. It was built in the distant 1780 and, despite its venerable age, has survived to our days in a very decent condition. The length of this ancient building reaches 108 m, which makes it the longest Ottoman bridge that has survived until now. It is built across the river Cyrus. What is characteristic, initially three bridges were laid across this river, but today we can walk only one of them.
The ancient Ottoman bridge is located 5 km from one of the oldest cities in Europe - Shkoder , in the small town of Mes. This place is convenient to visit, combining with the route of a sightseeing tour to the fortress of Rosafa .
Today, the bridge in Mesa is recognized as an architectural monument, which allows you to learn more about the culture of the Ottomans. However, in Albania this ancient building is considered a monument to the leader, who led the anti-Ottoman uprising. However, the glory of the national hero of Skanderbeg is paid a lot of attention here, and it is not uncommon to meet this name, dated for some famous object in Albania ( Skanderbeg Square in Tirana , Skanderbeg Museum in Kru ).
Near the bridge you can observe a slightly dull landscape, which from the lofty thoughts of the beautiful brings us back to the perishable land, that is to say, to Albania . Rubbish is the scourge of this country. So it turns out that around such an amazing ancient monument of architecture is a dump. Local residents are quite satisfied, and only tourists are amazed at this attitude to the history of their own country.
How to get there?
From Shkoder to Mesa you can go by bus, which leaves from the bus station, or on a leased transport, following the signs on the road SH1.
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