Pompey Bridge in Mtskheta (remains of the coastal support)

Pompey Bridge (remains of a coastal support) is a historical site located near the city of Mtskheta, Georgia. The Mtskheta Bridge, also known as the Pompeii Bridge, was built in ancient times and connected the banks of the Kura River. The bridge received its name in honor of the ancient Roman commander Pompey, who during his campaign in Iberia in 65 BC. e. may have laid the foundation of this bridge. The bridge was flooded in 1926 after the construction of the Zemo-Avchala hydroelectric power station.

On the right bank of the river, on a high rocky cliff, fragments of stone masonry have been preserved, which are the remains of the ancient coastal support of the bridge. These historical remains provide valuable information and impressive evidence of ancient engineering and architecture.

A visit to Pompey's Bridge is recommended for history buffs, archaeologists and anyone interested in ancient buildings and the past of Georgia. This place is also attractive to photographers looking for scenic views and unique locations. A visit to this site allows you to plunge into history and feel the atmosphere of antiquity, complementing the cultural and historical understanding of the region.