Ahrida Synagogue of Istanbul, Istanbul

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Ahrida Synagogue is one of the oldest synagogues in Istanbul, Turkey. It is located in Balat, once a thriving Jewish quarter in the city. ()

Local name: Ahrida Sinagogu Coordinates: 41°1'58"N, 28°56'44"E

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Kasım Günani Mah.Fatih (Ayvansaray)Istanbul 34087 Turkey

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Ahrida Synagogue of Istanbul – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chora Church, Tekfur Sarayı, Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, Feshane.

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Remains of a Byzantine imperial palace
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Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, Istanbul
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0.9 miNW
41°2'39"N • 28°56'15"E
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Mosque in a former Byzantine church
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Yanbol Synagogue
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ahrida Synagogue of Istanbul?

Nearby attractions include Balat (1 min walk), Yanbol Synagogue (2 min walk), Ayvansaray (6 min walk), Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, Istanbul (6 min walk).

How to get to Ahrida Synagogue of Istanbul by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ahrida Synagogue of Istanbul:

Tram

Balat • Lines: T5 (4 min walk)
Ayvansaray • Lines: T5 (13 min walk)

Bus

Balat (5 min walk)
Ayvansaray-Eyüpsultan • Lines: 500T (15 min walk)

Light rail

Edirnekapı • Lines: T4 (16 min walk)
Şehitlik • Lines: T4 (24 min walk)

Metro

Topkapı Ulubatlı • Lines: M1A, M1B (26 min walk)
Emniyet - Fatih • Lines: M1A, M1B (29 min walk)