Zaina Kadal
Zaina Kadal | |
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Zaina Kadal bridge over the Jhelum River | |
| Coordinates | 34°05′38″N 74°48′23″E / 34.0938°N 74.8065°E |
| Carries | Pedestrians, vehicles |
| Crosses | Jhelum River |
| Locale | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India |
| Named for | Sultan Zainul Aabideen |
| Maintained by | Srinagar Municipal Corporation |
| Preceded by | Fateh Kadal |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Beam bridge |
| Material | Stone, wood (historically) |
| Total length | 90 metres (295 ft) |
| Width | 10.3 metres (34 ft) |
| No. of lanes | 2 |
| History | |
| Constructed by | Sultan Zainul Aabideen |
| Construction start | 1427 |
| Construction end | 1427 |
| Opened | 1427 |
| Rebuilt | Multiple times |
| Location | |
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Zaina Kadal (Urdu pronunciation: [zɛːnɑː kəd̪əl] ; Kashmiri pronunciation: [zəːnɨ kəd̪ɨl]) is one of the seven historic bridges located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It was constructed as a typical wooden bridge by Kashmir Sultanate Zayn al-Abidin the Great in 1427 CE and named after him. It spans the Jhelum River and serves as a significant example of medieval Kashmiri architecture and infrastructure. It has played a primary role in connecting different parts of the city throughout its history.
Zaina Kadal was originally constructed using wood and stone, consistent with the architectural practices of the time. The bridge has undergone several restorations over the centuries, primarily due to damage caused by floods and natural wear. Despite these renovations, attempts have been made to preserve its original design and cultural significance.