Dung Gate, Jerusalem

Name: Dung Gate
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#160 among attractions in Jerusalem

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The Dung Gate or Silwan Gate, also known as the Mughrabi Gate, is one of the Gates of the Old City of Jerusalem. It was built as a small postern gate in the 16th century by the Ottomans, first widened for vehicular traffic in 1952 by the Jordanians, and again in 1985 by the Israeli authorities. ()

Local name: שער האשפות Coordinates: 31°46'29"N, 35°14'3"E

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הר צִיּוֹן‎ (hr ziywon)Jerusalem Israel

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Dung Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Western Wall, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Menorah, Western Wall Tunnel.

~690 ftNW
Ancient sacred site for Jewish prayer
Western Wall, Jerusalem
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~640 ftNE
Islamic mosque compound with silver dome
Al-Aqsa Mosque, Jerusalem
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~380 ftNW
Temple
Menorah, Jerusalem
2 min walk • In the heart of Jerusalem, the Menorah stands as a testament to the rich religious history and cultural heritage of the city. This ancient seven-branched candelabrum, deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, is a symbol of the Temple that once graced the city's skyline.
~810 ftN
Archaeological site, Historical place
Western Wall Tunnel, Jerusalem
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~320 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Siebenberg House, Jerusalem
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~610 ftSE
Archaeological site
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~440 ftN
Archaeological site
Southern Wall, Jerusalem
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0.6 miSW
Cinema, Nightlife
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~430 ftNW
Museum
The Temple Institute, Jerusalem
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~580 ftN
Bridge
Mughrabi Bridge, Jerusalem
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~500 ftE
Historical place, Park
Large Stone Structure, Jerusalem
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dung Gate?

Nearby attractions include Siebenberg House, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Givati Parking Lot dig, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Robinson's Arch, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Menorah, Jerusalem (2 min walk).

How to get to Dung Gate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dung Gate:

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Hativat Yerushalayim/Yitshak Kariv • Lines: 231 (11 min walk)
Jaffa Gate (13 min walk)