Italian Synagogue, Istanbul

Name: Italian Synagogue
Address: Istanbul, Turkey

#277 among attractions in Istanbul

Synagogue, Gothic Revival architecture

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The Italian Synagogue, also known as Kal de los Frankos, is a synagogue located north of the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. The synagogue was established by the Italian Jewish community of Istanbul, in the 19th century. In 1931 the original building was demolished and a new synagogue was built in its place. ()

Local name: İtalyan Sinagogu Coordinates: 41°1'32"N, 28°58'21"E

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Beyoğlu (Bereketzade)Istanbul Turkey

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

Nearby attractions include: Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Beyoğlu, Pera Museum.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Italian Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Church of SS Peter and Paul, Istanbul (2 min walk), Neve Shalom Synagogue, Istanbul (3 min walk), Jewish Museum of Turkey, Istanbul (3 min walk), Galata Tower, Istanbul (3 min walk).

How to get to Italian Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Italian Synagogue:

Train

Karaköy Station, Tünel Line (6 min walk)
Beyoğlu Station, Tünel Line (6 min walk)

Tram

Tünel • Lines: Taksim - Tünel Nostaljik Tramvay, Tünel - Taksim Nostaljik Tramvay (7 min walk)
Karaköy • Lines: T1 (7 min walk)

Bus

Karaköy (7 min walk)
Şişhane 6 • Lines: 77A (8 min walk)

Ferry

Eminönü (13 min walk)
Eminonu Iskelesi (14 min walk)