Or Torah Synagogue, Akko

Name: Or Torah Synagogue
Address: 13 Eli'ezer Kaplan, Akko, 2451308, Israel
Telephone: +972 4-991-5979

#7 among attractions in Akko

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The Or Torah or Djerba Synagogue is a Tunisian synagogue in Acre, Israel, built after the El Ghriba synagogue on Djerba. The building was erected in 1955. ()

Local name: בית הכנסת אור תורה Coordinates: 32°55'28"N, 35°4'37"E

Address

13 Eli'ezer KaplanAkko 2451308 Israel

Contact

+972 4-991-5979

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Or Torah Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: El-Jazzar Mosque, Khan al-Umdan, Akko Light, Al-Muallaq Mosque.

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Grand 18th-century mosque with sea views
El-Jazzar Mosque, Akko
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Caravanserai, Tower
Khan al-Umdan, Akko
13 min walk • Khan al-Umdan, also known as the Caravanserai of the Pillars, stands as a testament to the historical grandeur of Akko, Israel. Constructed in the late 18th century by the Ottoman governor Ahmad Pasha al-Jazzar, this caravanserai served as a vital hub for merchants...
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Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Akko Light, Akko
18 min walk • Perched along the ancient walls of Akko, a city steeped in history on the northern coast of Israel, stands the Akko Light – an enduring beacon guiding seafarers along the Mediterranean. This lighthouse is not just a navigational aid but also a historical landmark...
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Mosque
Al-Muallaq Mosque, Akko
14 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Akko, a city steeped in centuries of diverse cultural heritage, stands the Al-Muallaq Mosque, a testament to the city's rich Islamic history. The mosque, an architectural gem, is an integral part of Akko's old city, which is...
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Church
Terra Sancta Church, Akko
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Church
Saint Jawarjius Church and Monastery, Akko
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0.6 miSW
Church
Church of Saint Andrew, Akko
16 min walk • St Andrew's Church is a Greek Catholic church. Built in 1765, it is located in the old city of Acre, at Philippe Auguste street, north of the Templars tunnel in modern-day Israel. It is named after one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. The church was built on the remains of a Crusader church.
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32°55'25"N • 35°4'11"E
Citadel of Acre, Akko
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Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Acre Municipal Stadium, Akko
32 min walk • Acre Municipal Stadium, also Toto Acre Stadium, is a soccer stadium in Acre, Israel. It is the home ground of Hapoel Acre which plays in Liga Leumit, the second tier of the Israeli football league system.
0.5 miE
Sport, Sport venue
Napoleon Stadium, Akko
13 min walk • Napoleon Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Acre, Israel. It was mostly used for football matches and hosted the home games of Hapoel Acre. The capacity of the stadium was 5,000 spectators at its peak. The stadium is now used for Hapoel Acre training. The stadium was named for the famous general Napoleon Bonaparte.
1 miNE
Universities and schools
Western Galilee College, Akko
26 min walk • Western Galilee College is an academic college in northern Israel within the jurisdiction of the city of Akko. It was founded in 1994 on the basis of its predecessor, the Western Galilee Regional College, which was founded in 1972.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Or Torah Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include El-Jazzar Mosque, Akko (11 min walk), Citadel of Acre, Akko (11 min walk), Terra Sancta Church, Akko (12 min walk), Khan al-Umdan, Akko (13 min walk).

How to get to Or Torah Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Or Torah Synagogue:

Bus

Acko central bus station (8 min walk)

Train

Acre (12 min walk)