Bab al-Ahmar, Aleppo

Name: Bab al-Ahmar
Address: Aleppo, Syria

#68 among attractions in Aleppo

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Bab al-Ahmar meaning the Red Gate, was one of the nine historical gates of the Ancient City of Aleppo, Syria. The name was derived from the village of al-Hamr as the gate was leading to the village at the eastern suburbs of ancient Aleppo. ()

Local name: باب الأحمرCoordinates: 36°11'58"N, 37°10'2"E

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Bab al-Ahmar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Citadel of Aleppo, Great Mosque of Aleppo, Al-Shibani Church, Al-Sultaniyah Madrasa.

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Forts and castles, City wall
Citadel of Aleppo, Aleppo
7 min walk • The Citadel of Aleppo, a monumental fortress and a testament to the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria, has dominated the skyline for centuries with its formidable city walls. This historic citadel, perched on a natural mound, has been a strategic defensive site since at...
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8th-century mosque with a courtyard
Great Mosque of Aleppo, Aleppo
15 min walk • The Great Mosque of Aleppo, also known as the Umayyad Mosque of Aleppo, stands as a testament to the city's rich historical and religious heritage. Located in the heart of Aleppo, Syria, this mosque is one of the oldest and largest in the Islamic world, with its...
0.6 miW
Museum
Al-Shibani Church, Aleppo
16 min walk • Nestled within the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria, stands the historic Al-Shibani Church, a testament to the city's rich and diverse cultural heritage. This former church, now functioning as a museum, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the architectural...
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Mausoleum
Al-Sultaniyah Madrasa, Aleppo
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria, stands the majestic Al-Sultaniyah Madrasa, a remarkable testament to the architectural and cultural heritage of the region. While not as widely recognized as some of its contemporaries, this historical edifice...
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Baths
Hammam Yalbugha, Aleppo
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria, lies the historical Hammam Yalbugha – a testament to the architectural and cultural grandeur of the Mamluk era. This traditional bathhouse, a relic of a bygone age, stands as a representation of the city's...
0.6 miNW
Palace
Beit Junblatt, Aleppo
15 min walk • Beit Junblatt, also known as Junblatt Palace, is a historic architectural gem nestled in the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria. This palace, which dates back to the 16th century, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and the architectural prowess of the Ottoman era.
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Mosque
Khusruwiyah Mosque, Aleppo
11 min walk • The Khusruwiyah Mosque, once a historical landmark in the city of Aleppo, Syria, was a testament to the rich architectural heritage and cultural significance of the region. This mosque was not just a place of worship but also an emblem of the city's storied past...
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Mosque
Al-Saffahiyah Mosque, Aleppo
14 min walk • The Al-Saffahiyah Mosque, a historic beacon of spirituality, stands proudly in the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria. This revered mosque, rooted in centuries-old Islamic heritage, is not only a place of worship but also a testament to the architectural prowess of a bygone...
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Museum, Archaeological museum
Aleppo Citadel Museum, Aleppo
7 min walk • Nestled within the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria, the Aleppo Citadel Museum stands as a testament to the rich and diverse history of one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The museum, located within the historic Aleppo Citadel—a medieval...
0.4 miSW
Mosque
Al-Adiliyah Mosque, Aleppo
11 min walk • Al-Adiliyah Mosque or Dukaginzâde Mehmed Pasha mosque was a külliye in Aleppo, located to the southwest of the Citadel, in "Al-Jalloum" district of the ancient city, few meters away from Al-Saffahiyah mosque.
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Mosque
Al-Sahibiyah Mosque, Aleppo
13 min walk • Al-Sahibiyah Mosque also known as Fustoq mosque, is a 14th-century mosque in Aleppo, Syria. It is located in the heart of the Ancient City of Aleppo, within the historic walls of the city, near the Khan al-Wazir, in front of Al-Matbakh al-Ajami palace.

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Which popular attractions are close to Bab al-Ahmar?

Nearby attractions include Altun Bogha Mosque, Aleppo (6 min walk), Hammam Yalbugha, Aleppo (6 min walk), Aleppo Citadel Museum, Aleppo (7 min walk), Citadel of Aleppo, Aleppo (7 min walk).

How to get to Bab al-Ahmar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bab al-Ahmar:

Bus

Karâj ash sharqî Bus Station (18 min walk)
المنشية الجديدة (25 min walk)

Train

Aleppo (39 min walk)