Izmir Synagogues Tour
On this tour, we will visit 6 different synagogues in Izmir City. That places belong to Jewish people originally but fortunately, when we fill out some documents about you, we can get permission to visit these places. You will visit 6 synagogues and the guide will give you some information like the story of Jewish people in Izmir because the story goes to the 16th century. Guests will see the architecture of those synagogues, the stories the big actions that happened in those places.
For the records, Izmir Jewish Community Center may request your passport information. Agency will be in contact with you for those requirements.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bikur Halim Havrası, Kemeraltı Çarşısı, Eşrefpaşa Cd. No:44, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
We will start our tour from Bikur Holim Synagogue. There are lots of new parochets that can be seen in this Synagogue. Also, Temple Menorah (seven-branched candelabrum) and Hanukkah Menorah (nine-branched candelabrum) are located there especially from the 18th of November to the 26th of November along the Hanukkah.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Etz Hayim Sinagogu, Kemeraltı Çarşısı, 937. Sk. 5 C, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
As a meaning, it's a Life of a Tree. There are some Byzantine Empire orders can be seen, because dates back to that period. Hanukkah Menorah is located here. Because of the fire, this synagogue was also damaged but it was "saved" just before the roof fall down. Now it's restarted, some of the "memories" from the fire can be seen.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sinyora Sinagogu, Kemeraltı Çarşısı, 927. Sk. No:79, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
The name of this synagogue is given by a Dutch Jewish woman. According to the stories, the woman called Donna Gracia or La Signora was the foundation of this synagogue. Like all other synagogues, was damaged by fire several times in the 16th and 17th centuries. Thanks to the Moiz Bengiat Yerushalmi was rebuilt again.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Şalom Sinagogu, Kemeraltı Çarşısı, 927. Sk., 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
The other name is El Kal de la Tromba Synagogue. Joseph Escaba, religious leader of the Jewish Community in Izmir, made the first organization in here. In 1841, here was the only church that wasn't damaged by the fire, there is a signboard at the entrance your guide will mention it.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Karataş, Turgut Reis, 35360 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
After that, we will use TRAM to go to the next synagogue. While we're walking to the station, you can take your "Boyoz" which is a unique food belonging to the Sephardic Jewish people.
Stop At: Roş Ha Har Sinagogu, Kılıç Reis, 281. Sk. No:67, 35280 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
We will reach this synagogue by TRAM. We will hop off at Karataş Station and there is just a little bit of distance to walk. After that, you will see the central planned Synagogue, The whole building is single-layered with a wooden roof.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Beth Israel Synagogue, Mithat Pasa Cad. No:265 Konak Merkez, Konak, Izmir Turkiye
Bet Israel is the biggest synagogue in Izmir. Synagogue was opened to visitors in 1907 but all of those decorations were finished in around 1950s. According to the stories wooden carvings were made by Italian artists. Now, that sanctuary is used for special events.
Duration: 45 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
09:00 AM
Duration: 5 Hours
Start location: İzmir Polis Anı Evi, Yenigün, Anafartalar Cd. No:493, 35240 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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