Sunday, 23 February 2025

Tag: earthquake resilience

Byzantine Bridge: Strong Against Earthquakes, Vulnerable to Looters

Byzantine Bridge: Strong Against Earthquakes, Vulnerable to Looters

A historic, single-arched bridge, believed to date back to the Byzantine era, located in Erbaa district of Tokat, northeastern Turkey, has withstood the test of time and earthquakes, but has fallen victim to treasure hunters. The Yer Köprü, still in use by the local community, is renowned for its resilience. However, the relentless pursuit of