Great Synagogue, Iași

Name: Great Synagogue
Address: 1 Strada Sinagogilor, Iași, Romania

#49 among attractions in Iași

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The Great Synagogue of Iași is the oldest surviving synagogue in Romania, located in Iași. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Monuments. ()

Local name: Sinagoga Mare din Iași Completed: 1671 (353 years ago)Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 47°9'50"N, 27°35'37"E

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1 Strada SinagogilorIași Romania

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

Nearby attractions include: Saint Nicholas Princely Church, Barnovschi Church, Bărboi Church, Saint Sabbas Church.

0.5 miSW
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Barnovschi Church, Iași
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Bărboi Church, Iași
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~1460 ftSW
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Saint Sabbas Church, Iași
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~1970 ftS
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Theater, Concerts and shows
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Great Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Casa de la Cinci Drumuri, Iași (1 min walk), Bărboi Church, Iași (3 min walk), White Church, Iași (3 min walk), Victims of Iași Pogrom Monument, Iași (4 min walk).

How to get to Great Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Synagogue:

Tram

Târgu Cucu • Lines: 1, 13, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 (4 min walk)
Pădurii • Lines: 1, 13, 3 (5 min walk)

Bus

Hotel Europa • Lines: 28, 41, 41B (5 min walk)
Târgu Cucu • Lines: 20, 28, 41, 41B, 42, 43, 43C, 46 (5 min walk)

Train

Iași (30 min walk)
Nicolina (33 min walk)