Hammam al-Jadid

Hamam Al-Jadid Despite its name, Al-Jadid (The New), this bathhouse is steeped in history. Its construction dates back 534 years to the Mamluk era. The hammam suffered significant damage during the war in Aleppo. However, it underwent extensive restoration work in 2020 and early 2021, carried out by the Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums in Syria. It officially reopened in January 2021, once again serving as an archaeological and popular landmark that revives the memory of the Old City. Hamam Al-Jadid is located in the Bab Al-Hadid neighborhood, opposite the Banqusa Mosque in Old Aleppo. This district is considered one of Aleppo’s important historical areas. Hamam Al-Jadid is a significant archaeological site in Aleppo, not only for its age and history but also because it represents a vital part of the city’s popular and social heritage. Its return to operation after restoration has been seen as a revival of traditional hammam rituals and the social atmosphere that has long characterized the people of Aleppo.