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

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)

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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