Historical Entity
Bab al-Salam
Old City
Bab al-Salam, the Gate of Peace, lies on the northern side of the Old City walls. It was an important entry for pilgrims and travellers arriving from the north.
Source: Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bab_al-Salam), accessed 2026-08; credibility: 4.
Established
1st century CE
Original function
Northern city gate
Current function
Historic gate and neighbourhood marker
Significance
Historic northern gate of the Old City, traditionally known as the Gate of Peace.