Old Yemenite Synagogue, Jerusalem

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The Old Yemenite Synagogue, known to its congregation as Beit Knesset Ohel Shlomo, is a restored synagogue from the nineteenth century Yemenite Village, the Kfar Hashiloach neighborhood in the Jerusalem district of Silwan. ()

Local name: בית הכנסת אהל שלמהCoordinates: 31°46'7"N, 35°14'13"E

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כפר השילוח‎ (kpr hsylwh)Jerusalem Israel

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Old Yemenite Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cenacle, Siebenberg House, Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, City of David.

0.5 miNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
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Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
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Archaeological site
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Cinema, Nightlife
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Archaeological site
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Monastery
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Archaeological site
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Cemetery
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Old Yemenite Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Ein Rogel, Jerusalem (3 min walk), Silwan, Jerusalem (4 min walk), Pool of Siloam, Jerusalem (5 min walk), St. Onuphrius Monastery, Jerusalem (6 min walk).

How to get to Old Yemenite Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Yemenite Synagogue:

Bus

The Cinematheque/Hevron Road • Lines: 231 (18 min walk)
Hama'abada/Hevron Road • Lines: 231 (19 min walk)