THE BRIDGES OF ARTSAKH

Bridge of Heghetskot

The bridge is located across the river Heghetskot, 200 metres south-west of Avetaranots Village, Askeran District, Republic of Artsakh (RMK), at an altitude of 1,075 metres above sea level.

A single-span structure typical of the 17th to 18th centuries, it is built of undressed pebble and mortar; the cornerstones of its arch are finely-finished.

Span length: 5.50 metres; passage width: 4.35 metres; height above water level: 4.25 metres; geographical coordinates: N 39°41°51.06,°° E 46°09°43.48.°°