Malabadi Bridge
Area Medieval stone arch bridge notable for pointed arch
A medieval stone bridge over the Batman River, completed in the 12th century by Artuqid builders and famed for its single large pointed arch. Visitors study its engineering, photograph the span and walk the riverside.
Malabadi Bridge is a medieval stone arch bridge in Diyarbakır Province in southeastern Turkey. It spans the Batman River near the town of Silvan and is notable for its large pointed main arch.
The site is primarily visited to view the bridge’s monumental stonework and to walk across the long masonry deck. The bridge’s pointed arch and surviving construction details are the main highlight for visitors and photographers.
The structure was built in the medieval period and has undergone repairs and restorations at various times since its original construction. Its design reflects masonry bridge-building techniques used in the region during the medieval era.
The bridge sits across the Batman River in southeastern Turkey, within Diyarbakır Province, close to the town of Silvan.
Tips for Visiting Malabadi Bridge #
- Aim for early morning or late afternoon light for photos and to avoid midday coach traffic that can make the site feel crowded.
- Walk downstream from the bridge to a lower viewing point to capture the full pointed arch and the bridge's scale-this vantage is often missed by people who only cross the bridge.
- Look closely at the masonry and carved inscriptions on the bridge abutments and parapets; these details tell the story of the bridge's historic construction and are easy to overlook.
Best Time to Visit Malabadi Bridge #
Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for visiting; avoid the peak summer heat if you prefer milder conditions.
Weather & Climate near Malabadi Bridge #
Malabadi Bridge's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 38°C. Moderate rainfall (651 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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