Pol-e-Khaju پل خواجو- Khaju bridge is one of the historic bridges of Isfahan on Zayandeh Rood.
Walking on this bridge, especially at night can be one of the most memorable moments of your life. The night life on and around the bridge is also exciting. The lower level of the bridge may be accessed by pedestrians and remains a popular shady place for relaxing. There are many bridges crossing Zayandeh Rood, but Pol-e Khaju is especially significant and is known as the most beautiful bridge in Isfahan.
It is located in east side of Si-o-se Pol and has a magnificent view in terms
of architecture and its decorative painting and tilework. The Khaju Bridge was built around 1650, under the reign of Abbas II, the seventh Safavid king (Shah) of Iran, on the foundations of an older bridge. It has 23 arches, and is 133 meters long and 12 meters wide.
The interesting fact about the bridge is that unlike other bridges, the foundation of Khaju bridge needs water for stability.