Bab ash-Sharqi, Damascus

Bab ash-Sharqi, Damascus (must see)

Bab ash-Sharqi, or the Eastern Gate, is located on the east end of Old Damascus, beside the Orthodox Armenian Church. This fabulous historic construction is the only remaining city gate dating back to the Roman era and is a valuable Syrian landmark.
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Bab ash-Sharqi on Map

Sight Name: Bab ash-Sharqi
Sight Location: Damascus, Syria (See walking tours in Damascus)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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