Etz Ahayim Synagogue, Istanbul

Name: Etz Ahayim Synagogue
Address: Istanbul, Turkey

#88 among attractions in Istanbul

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The Etz Ahayim Synagogue, also known as the Ortaköy Synagogue, is synagogue located in Ortaköy, Istanbul, Turkey, on the coast near the right leg of Bosphorus Bridge. The synagogue was totally destroyed by fire in 1941 with only the marble Aron Kodesh remaining intact. The synagogue was subsequently rebuilt. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°2'54"N, 29°1'32"E

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Beşiktaş (Mecidiye)Istanbul Turkey

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Etz Ahayim Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bosphorus Bridge, Beylerbeyi Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Esma Sultan Mansion.

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Which popular attractions are close to Etz Ahayim Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Ortaköy Mosque, Istanbul (3 min walk), Ortaköy, Istanbul (3 min walk), Esma Sultan Mansion, Istanbul (3 min walk), Hatice Sultan Palace, Istanbul (6 min walk).

How to get to Etz Ahayim Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Etz Ahayim Synagogue:

Bus

Kabataş Erkek Lisesi (3 min walk)
Galatasaray Üniversitesi • Lines: Dt2 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Beşiktaş (31 min walk)