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Hammam Bab al-Ahmar

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Hammam Bab al-Ahmar
حمام الباب الأحمر
Hammam Bab al-Ahmar in 2017
General information
TypeHammam
Architectural styleIslamic Architecture
LocationAleppo, Syria
Elevation400 metres (1,300 ft)
CompletedOttoman era
Renovated2017
Destroyed2012-2016 (damaged)
Technical details
Floor count1
Floor area1,500 square metres (16,000 sq ft)

Hammam Bab al-Ahmar (Arabic: حمام الباب الأحمر, romanizedHamaam Bāb al-Aḥmar) meaning the Red Gate, is a hammam located in Aleppo.[1]

Located in the Ancient City of Aleppo, near the Citadel of Aleppo, it is famous for its dome and decor from the Ottoman era.[2]

The Hammam was closed and badly damaged due to the Syrian conflict.[3] It was renovated in 2017 and a restaurant and café have been added to the spa.[4]

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References

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  1. ^ Petit Futé Guide
  2. ^ Yaghi, Ayman. "(PDF) Restoration Protocol In Conflict Zones "Practical Insights From The Old City Of Aleppo" | Ayman Yaghi - Academia.edu".
  3. ^ Inventory of the Bab al-Ahmar hammam by the APSA
  4. ^ Yaghi, Ayman. "(PDF) Restoration Protocol In Conflict Zones "Practical Insights From The Old City Of Aleppo" | Ayman Yaghi - Academia.edu".

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