Photos: Gaza before and after – a city transformed by war
Summary
More than 80 percent of buildings in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed since October 2023 due to the war with Israel. Many of Gaza’s historic sites, homes, markets, and public places have been turned to rubble, changing the city’s landscape and affecting everyday life.Key Facts
- Over 80% of Gaza’s buildings have been damaged or destroyed since the war started in October 2023.
- Gaza’s streets, markets, schools, hospitals, and public spaces have been heavily affected.
- UNESCO confirmed damage to 164 cultural sites, including mosques, markets, churches, archaeological sites, and museums.
- Important historic places damaged include the Great Omari Mosque, Qasr al-Basha, and the Church of Saint Porphyrius.
- Many landmarks have been ruined or severely damaged, altering how people recognize and move around the city.
- The war has destroyed much of Gaza’s infrastructure that supported daily life for its residents.
- The photos show a comparison between Gaza before the war and three years after it began.
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