Assumed wall perimeter of Damascus in roman times (Damascus)

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According to Arab sources the roman city had 7 gates. In the Arab Middle ages were maden some realignments, which still can be seen in any aerial view of the city. The section between the Gate of Safety (Bab as-Salama) and Thomas Gate (Bab Touma) is the best preserved part of the wall.

Image and information from: Damascus: A History (2005), written by Ross Burns

According to Arab sources the roman city had 7 gates. In the Arab Middle ages were maden some realignments, which still can be seen in any aerial view of the city. The section between the Gate of Safety (Bab as-Salama) and Thomas Gate (Bab Touma) is the best preserved part of the wall.

Image and information from: Damascus: A History (2005), written by Ross Burns