Bab al-Jabiyah

The stone structure features a central carriageway and two side passages, marking the western entrance to the old city of Damascus.

During the Muslim conquest in 634, General Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah entered Damascus through this gate, leading to the peaceful surrender of the western part.

The gate connects to Medhat Pasha Souq, forming part of the Street Called Straight, which maintains the layout of the original Roman decumanus.

The entrance passage leads directly into the commercial district of Damascus, providing access to markets, restaurants, and traditional workshops.

The name derives from Jabiyah in Golan Heights, a former Ghassanid capital that served as a military base during the early Islamic period.

Location: بلدية دمشق القديمة

GPS coordinates: 33.50833,36.30149

Latest update: November 14, 2025 04:24