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Yalbouga Hammam
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Bath is considered to be the most beautiful bathrooms in all Aleppo, and is located in front of the south tower of the Citadel of Aleppo, built and is due to the early rule of the Mamluks in the middle of the fourteenth century AD. When he took the sword of state Prince Mamluk Yaboulga, and it was to the bathroom three basements of the castle and enriches the city. Has been known to build baths since ancient times, civilizations ancient Arabic, but the Arabs have benefited from the building baths Romanian in the development of method construction and design bathrooms, and the cities of Arab and Islamic countries rich in Hammamet, has been known in the city of Aleppo, a lot of baths, which are spread in their neighborhoods and recounts the historical sources that Number of bathrooms arrived in Aleppo, sometimes to a hundred and seventy-seven pigeons, as well as bathrooms in the broad role of the rich. Characterized by the external interface of the bath Albga Btzanha Bmdamik alternating black and yellow. And leads into the bathroom entrance is small, followed by passage arch leads to the section Albrani (Almhalah), a widely composed of four iwans arched, and in all Iwan terrace and gaps arc to put clothes in the middle basin water octagonal in the middle of a fountain of water, and rises above section Albrani Dome based on the shoulders of the Aqueduct iwans by spherical triangular corners. and cut off the dome from the top to form an outlet to light octagonal to rectangular windows along with eight others. Dome decorated with floral designs painted in red and blue in the east of the section Albrani entrance leads, by passage arch, to sections East of procedure (warm - hot) and each section is composed of the halls head surrounds each of them four iwans the small rooms in each font stone. The section above the President in their respective ports where the Dome of the circular shape covered with glass for lighting, including the escalation of steam. Ground section of procedure (hot) paved with small stones alternating black and yellow geometric overlapping exquisite harmony. Also includes a bath room and fireplace warehouse water heating and the well which adjoins the warehouse heating.

Written Feb 11, 2012

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Hammam Yalbougha al-Nasri
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Considered Syria's most beautiful hammam (Arab bath), the 16th century Hammam al-Nasri continues to function to this day. It is distinguishable by the yellow dome and its façade's alternating yellow and black stones. A recent successful restoration has made this hammam most popular, particularly among tourists. It also opens for women twice a week.

Written Jul 24, 2007

Address: Sharia al-Qalaa

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Hammam al-Nahasin
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Hammam al-Nahasin, or Bathhouse of the Coppersmiths, is in the oldest part of Aleppo's covered souk, and dates back to the early thirteenth century. It was restored in 1985. It is now one of the most luxurious hammams in Aleppo, with a circular steam room under a domed roof.

Updated Apr 5, 2007

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Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry
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There has been a bath on this site for a very long time but the building standing there today is from the 14th century. During the 1980s it was restored by the Ministry of Tourism. It is situated below the citadel, to the southeast. As you approach you will recognise it by its striped facade in black and light yellow.

The evening Firas and I passed it was open for men so I was surprised I could enter to have a look. I’m glad they let us in because it is a beautiful building and one day I’d like to go here for a bath (and so I did in June 2005).

Updated May 19, 2006

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Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry.
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Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry.

This Hammam is famed for being the best in Syria, and although I can’t verify it because I didn’t visit all the Hammams in Syria, I ensure you that visiting Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry (although I know it is a bit touristy) was one of the highlights of my visit in Aleppo. Not only because I really enjoyed being scrubbed and massaged, but also because I had the change to see women of all ages having fun, away of the strict rules that dominate their everyday lives. Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry was constructed in 1491, destroyed and rebuilt several times during the years and finally restored and reopened to the public in the mid 80s. Looking like every typical Mamluk building from the outside, it is marvellous inside. The full package includes the entry, scrubbing and massage and costs 450SP. Open 10-2am, women’s day 10am-5pm on Monday-Thursday and Saturday.

Written May 9, 2006

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Hammam an-Nahaseen
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The 2nd choice of hamman in Aleppo. Sauna and bath only cost SYP250. This place has more local and not so luxurious. In fact, inside is quite primitive. If you only have time for one hammam, Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry should be the choice, not this one.

It locates in the souq, south of the Great Mosque.

Updated Feb 12, 2005

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Women's Hammam
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Do visit the hammam near the citidel during the women's hours. Only SP400 for the works and none of the dodgy men masquerading as masseurs as in some Turkish hammams.....
Beautiful old restored building and very peaceful - inhibitions have to be put to one side but foreigners can leave bikini bottoms on if they feel more comfy

Written Oct 26, 2004

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Hammam Yalbougha an-Nasry
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Inside Yalbogha

The large hall has a domed ceiling and a pool in the middle. It looks like a very nice place to relax and have a tea in, after a bath.

For women the bath is open on Saturday, Monday, Thursday and Wednesday (winter only) between 10 am – 5 pm.
For men it is open the other days between 10 am – 1.30 am.

The prices in July 2004 with everything included is 415. If you don’t want everything the price is:
Entry 200 SP
Massage 100 SP
Rubbing 50 SP
Soap 25 SP
Loaf 15 SP
Drinks 25 SP

Updated Sep 25, 2004

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hammam yalbougha al nasery
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This is another hammam... one of the most famous ones in Syria - and surely the most famous one in Aleppo. The good news is that it has different opening times for women and for men, so everyone can just drop by and visit it. Inside it's truly lavish and "historical", as it dates back to the 15th century. From then until now it has changed and been repaired/rebuilt several times - but the old charm is still there. Some practical info:
Ladies: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, Wednesday (winter only). 9 am - 5 pm
Men: Sunday, Tuesday, Friday, Wednesday (summer only) 10 am - 1.30 am
Entrance is 200 SP, massage 100, rubbing 50, soap 25, loof 15 and drinks 25 (basically 415 SP in total)

Written Jan 14, 2003

Address: sharia al-qala'a

Phone: 3623154

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hammam el nahasin
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inside the hammam an nahaseen

Visiting the hammam el Nahasin requires a bit of luck, if you are a woman. I just happened to pass by, looked inside from the door, saw a nice (modern) pine-wood interior with with red caprtes and cushions... and wondered if I could go inside. Luck was on my side: it's a men-only hammam but, as no one was using it at the moment - the man at the entrance let me wander around and take a few pics. I could only see the rest area (cold room?) but I really found it fascinating. The official sign outside claims that the original hammam was built in the 13th century!

Written Jan 14, 2003

Address: kham an-nahaseen

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