byzantine bridge kioupri

The old bridge in Edessa was the ancient passage of Via Egnatia in the heart of Edessa city over the river Edesseos-Vodas. The area called Park "Kioupri" which means bridge. A well-preserved example of post-roman or Byzantine era (reconstructed during ottoman period) has one-lane structure once built to accommodate horse-and-buggy and foot traffic. The bridge is a historic landmark of Edessa. The feeling over the river is unique according the book 'A Child Counting The Stars - of the famous writer Menelaos Lountemis. Very close to city hall of Edessa.