Damascus Gate

The legendary entrance to Jerusalem. An entrance door to Jerusalem's bazar. The wall and the history it represents ptobably make it the most iconic entrance to old Jeruslem.

Beautiful cultural heritage spot. A main attraction and the entrance into the Muslim quarter (as well as Jaffa and plenty of other gates). Heads straight into the Palestinian suq, or open market, rife with spices, clothes, and plenty more. Most places take cash so pull out money in advance. I highly recommend supporting as many reziztance events include financial moves like shutting down shops in commemoration or in solidarity with those oppressed in East Jerusalem or worse then. As well, there are forced closures by border control. Pay special attention to the police and soldiers at the three booths at the entrance to the Gate. They are keen on stopping Palestinians, harrassing them, as a scare tactic, to keep them in line. If you think its for security, count how many measures of defense they (fortified booths, guns, grenades, batons, rifles, helmets, protective gear) vs teenagers with nothing. But grab an ice coffee can from the booths across the street and sit and watch for half an hour. Dont take my word for it. Watch the IDF soldiers tho,

Absolutely stunning, the architect of the buildings are just unique. The beauty of the Homeland, Jerusalem, Palestine is breathtaking! Going through the old city and shopping, you will see fresh fruits, fresh bread, falafel etc! The smell of the food will make you purchase something to eat along with a drink such as the lemonade with mint ! The PALESTINIAN people are just so generous, genuine and giving. Great souvenirs from all over!

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Amazing palce to sit with your friends 😎 Nice view on the old city ☺️ Food shops are available 🙏 Hotel are close to you 🤠 This is the main gate for the old city especially for Muslim quarter

Beautiful, ornate gate, by far the most impressive entrance to the Old City. Has real atmosphere and character. The gate takes you directly into the Muslim Quarter/Arab Shuk, and it’s about a 10 minute walk to the Kotel if you go straight down Rechov Hagai. In the past Damascus Gate has been a flashpoint for violence between Arabs and Jews, but due to extremely heavy police presence, it seems to have calmed down in recent years. At any time of day, there’s a steady stream of visibly Jewish people entering, mostly from Meah Shearim/Beit Yisrael, but as stunning as Damascus Gate Plaza is, I never feel entirely comfortable there as a Jew, and it’s probably not the safest way to enter the Old City if you’re visibly Israeli. But for any hardcore lover of Jerusalem and its history, it’s a must-see, and to be fair, you’ll almost definitely be fine.

One of my favorite places in the world! I’ve always felt very safe and to me it’s magical There’s lots of security and the shopping experience is great! Bargain hunt experience the wonders of this place Stop for coffee, make sure to have comfortable shoes! Lots of walking! Follow directions and don’t wonder around. Respect and you will be respected is that simple! I’ve met wonderful people and had great conversations Learn and enjoy, so much history and diverse cultures. Damascus gate will take you all the way to the wailing wall. Make sure to have your shoulders covered. Enjoy!

Theost beautyful gate of the old city. If you enter the old city look to your left and you discover one layer more down a romantic gate. As soon you enter you are in a different world. Arab women selling the fruits and veggies of the season, colours, different dress codes. Colours, smells... Walk down to the fork. If you turn there to the left and continue the road it will lead you to the western wall, the most important place of Judaism, and if you turn right it will lead you to the holy Sepulchre. As soon the street splits in a very narrow one you know it is time to turn right. And if you follow the crowd it is the way to the most important place of Christianity.