A Historic Ottoman Landmark Located about 8 km northeast of Shkodër, Mesi Bridge (Ura e Mesit) is an Ottoman-era stone bridge built along the old caravan route connecting Albania to Montenegro and Kosovo.A popular summer spot, locals gather by the clear waters of the Kir River under the bridge to cool off.For those traveling by car, a scenic drive along the Kir Valley from the town of Mes offers spectacular mountain views and a peaceful natural escape..