Great Synagogue, Grodno

Name: Great Synagogue
Address: Grodno, Belarus

#8 among attractions in Grodno

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The Great Synagogue of Grodno, located in Grodno, Belarus, dates from the 16th century and is a 2007 candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site. ()

Local name: Вялікая харальная сінагога Completed: 1905 (119 years ago)Architectural style: EclecticismCoordinates: 53°40'43"N, 23°49'29"E

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Day trips

Great Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grodno Zoo, Kalozha Church, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Old Grodno Castle.

1.2 miNE
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
Grodno Zoo, Grodno
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Grodno, the Grodno Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis in one of Belarus's most historic cities. With a diverse collection of flora and fauna, this zoological park offers visitors an intimate glimpse into the animal kingdom.
~1300 ftW
Landmark church dating to the 1200s
Kalozha Church, Grodno
7 min walk • The Kalozha Church, officially known as the Church of Saints Boris and Gleb, is a historical and architectural gem nestled in the city of Grodno, Belarus. This Orthodox church, which dates back to the 12th century, is an exceptional example of the Black Ruthenian...
~1520 ftE
Church, Temple, Baroque architecture
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Grodno
8 min walk • St. Francis Xavier Cathedral stands as a majestic architectural gem in the heart of Grodno, Belarus. This church, dedicated to the Jesuit missionary Saint Francis Xavier, is not only a place of religious significance but also a historical monument that has withstood...
~520 ftSW
Castle with a local-history museum
Old Grodno Castle, Grodno
3 min walk • Nestled on the high banks of the Neman River, the Old Grodno Castle in Belarus is a historical fortress that has withstood the test of time. Dating back to the 11th century, this castle is a testament to the rich and tumultuous history of the region.
~880 ftS
Former palace with sweeping views
New Grodno Castle, Grodno
5 min walk • The New Grodno Castle is a historic fortress nestled in the heart of Grodno, Belarus. This majestic castle, a testament to the grandeur of Eastern European architecture, has stood the test of time and now serves as a prominent cultural and historical landmark in the...
0.5 miS
Synagogue
Zaniomanskaja Synagogue, Grodno
14 min walk • Zaniomanskaja Synagogue was a vernacular wooden synagogue located in the city of Grodno. It was built in around 1750 in what was then the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
~1450 ftE
Specialty museum, Museum
Jesuit Pharmacy in Grodno, Grodno
7 min walk • The Jesuit Pharmacy in Grodno is a pharmacy built in the market square in Grodno, then in the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth, between 1700 and 1709. It is the oldest pharmacy in present-day Belarus.
~1140 ftE
Square
Savieckaja Square, Grodno
6 min walk • Savieckaja Square is the central square for the city of Grodno in Belarus. The Muraujou House located on the square was briefly the seat of the government of the Belarusian Democratic Republic in 1919, after the government has left Minsk to escape the approaching Russian Red Army.
0.8 miNE
Church
Svato-Pokrovskij kafedralnyj sobor, Grodno
21 min walk • The Council of the Care of the Mother of God - the Orthodox Cathedral Council in Grodno. The main temple of the Grodno Eparchy and the Wołkowski exarch of the Belarusian Moscow Patriarchate and the seat of the local parish.
0.7 miNE
Universities and schools
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, Grodno
19 min walk • Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno is а higher education institution located in Grodno. It is the largest regional higher education institution in the Republic of Belarus, university complex integrating all levels of education.
0.5 miNE
53°41'2"N • 23°50'2"E
Plosad Lenina - Lenin Square, Grodno
14 min walk • Memorial

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Great Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Old Grodno Castle, Grodno (3 min walk), New Grodno Castle, Grodno (5 min walk), Savieckaja Square, Grodno (6 min walk), Kalozha Church, Grodno (7 min walk).

How to get to Great Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Synagogue:

Trolleybus

Дом купца Муравьёва • Lines: 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9 (5 min walk)
Плошча Савецкая • Lines: 1, 7 (6 min walk)

Bus

Плошча Савецкая • Lines: 1, 14, 17т, 21, 21Э, 22т, 27, 29, 3, 35, 3т, 40Э, 41, 8, 8т (6 min walk)
Площадь Советская • Lines: 1, 14, 17т, 21, 21Э, 22т, 27, 29, 3, 35, 3т, 40Э, 41, 8, 8т (7 min walk)

Train

Гродно (30 min walk)