Jewish Heritage Tour

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ID: GYG646568-1072624
Category:
Country: Turkey

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

If you are interested in Jewish History, Traditions, Arts, or Biblical History, Turkey is the country where you have to discover at first sight. The history of the Jews in Turkey covers 2,400 years.
Beth Israel Synagogue
Dario Moreno Street
Asansor (Elevator)
Karatas Hospital
Izmir Castle
Kemeralti Bazaar
Havra Street
Algazi Synagogue,As it will be understood from the inscription at the gate of the Algazi Synagogue, which is also called Kal de Arriva (upper synagogue), it is agreed to have been erected in 1724 by Isaac Algazi of the Algazi Family that brought up prominent rabbis.
Signora Giveret Synagogue Historian Galante acknowledges that it is probable that this synagogue was erected by a Jewish lady of Dutch origin called either Osbio or Aseo,
Portugal Synagogue
Konak Square
Clock Tower
Kordon
Republic Square

Highlights

  • Beth Israel Synagogue,
  • Elevator,
  • Dario Moreno Street
  • Karataş Hospital
  • The Castle of Izmir,

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Visiting historical synagogues is subject to the permission of the Izmir Jewish Community Foundation. To get permission, you need to send us copies of the first page of your passports and then we will forward your request to the Jewish Community Foundation.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.