Mycenaean Bridge of Arkadiko

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The Bridge of Arkadiko, also known as the bridge of Kazarma, is Mycenaean bridge near the village of Arcadiko in Argolida. Considered the oldest preserved bridge in Europe and the oldest arched bridge still in use today. The bridge was built in the 13th or 14th century BC and was part of roads were constructed by the Mycenaeans in the Argolida. The bridge is made of giant boulders characteristic of Mycenaean Cyclopean structures. Its length is 22 meters, width of 5.6 meters and a height of 4 meters. Apart from the bridge of the Arcadiko region survive another four similar bridges.
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Coordinates:   37°35'27"N   22°55'36"E
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