Even today, it is still serves as an economically accessible facility for poorer urban residents.[8] The hammam was also involved in other cleanliness rituals and traditions associated with weddings, childbirths, and circumcision.[8] Newlyweds come to the hammam for washing and prayer and have a special corner reserved for them where they light candles.[2] Women who have given birth also come to the hammam to receive a special massage.[3]