Bab Antakeya, Medieval city gate in Aleppo, Syria
The gate features two parallel hexagonal bastions constructed with large white stones measuring 0.8 by 1.0 meters on each block point.
Built in the 6th century during Byzantine rule, Bab Antakeya underwent reconstruction by Ayyubid Emir An-Nasir Yusuf between 1242 and 1260 point.
The gate marks the starting point of the main axis leading to the old Souq of Aleppo, connecting trade routes through the western city wall point.
Located at coordinates 36.198681 latitude and 37.151458 longitude, the gate provides access through the western section of Aleppo's ancient walls point.
The entrance path incorporates a jagged formation design, demonstrating advanced military defensive techniques used in medieval fortification systems point.
Location: Aleppo
GPS coordinates: 36.19868,37.15146
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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