Jewish Sites
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Ein Gedi – Chatzatzon Tamar
11/05/2009 12:00The ancient synagogue discovered in the Ein Gedi reserve was first discovered in the year 5725, during the course of an archeological dig at the site. The mosaic floor of the synagogue was unearthed, as was a cache of ancient coins.
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The Tunisian Synagogue in Acco
04/05/2009 12:00The Tunisian Synagogue in Acco is unique in its kind. Its uniqueness lies in its exceptional mosaic art which decorates its interior walls as well as a part of its floor and roof. The synagogue additionally has over one hundred stained glass windows.
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The Churva Synagogue
27/04/2009 12:00The synagogue known as ‘the Churva of Rabbi Yehuda haChassid’ is situated in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem, near the Quarter’s main square. The synagogue has undergone many transformations, having being built, destroyed and rebuilt a number of times.
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The Synagogue of the Ramchal in Acco
20/04/2009 12:00One of the ancient synagogues that still stands in Acco is the ‘Ohel Chaim’ Synagogue, also known as the Synagogue of the Ramchal.