Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue, Jerusalem

Name: Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue
Address: Jerusalem, Israel

#327 among attractions in Jerusalem

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The Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue is situated on Ohr ha-Chaim Street in the Armenian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. It is located on the top floor of a building which also houses the Ari Synagogue and Old Yishuv Court Museum. It is named after Rabbi Chaim ibn Attar's magnum opus, the Ohr ha-Chaim, a popular commentary on the Pentateuch. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 31°46'31"N, 35°13'49"E

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הרובע הארמני‎ (hrwb hrmny)Jerusalem Israel

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Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tower of David, Hurva Synagogue, St. James Cathedral, Cardo.

~760 ftNW
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~230 ftE
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~280 ftE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Ari Synagogue, Jerusalem (1 min walk), Cardo, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Armenian Quarter, Jerusalem (2 min walk), Saint Mark's Syriac Church and Monastery, Jerusalem (2 min walk).

How to get to Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue:

Bus

Hativat Yerushalayim/Yitshak Kariv • Lines: 231 (5 min walk)
Jaffa Gate (7 min walk)