Beth Israel Synagogue, Izmir

Beth Israel Synagogue, Izmir

Beth Israel Synagogue is one of two most important synagogues in Izmir at present time. It is also very popular among tourists. The structure was built in 1907 for the big Jewish community that lived in the area at the beginning of the 20th century. The building features some amazing wooden decoration in the interior as well as offers two different levels for various purposes.

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Sight Name: Beth Israel Synagogue
Sight Location: Izmir, Turkey (See walking tours in Izmir)
Sight Type: Religious

Walking Tours in Izmir, Turkey

Create Your Own Walk in Izmir

Create Your Own Walk in Izmir

Creating your own self-guided walk in Izmir is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Alsancak Walking Tour

Alsancak Walking Tour

Sparkling like a gem in the Aegean sun, the vibrant Alsancak neighborhood in the historic heart of Izmir exudes an irresistible charm that beckons both seasoned travelers and curious wanderers alike. In Ottoman times, the area was named "La Punta" (which is the Italian for "the cape") and was part of the city settled by the upper middle class.

From the spacious Gündoğdu...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Izmir Introduction Walking Tour

Izmir Introduction Walking Tour

A major city port on the western coastline of Turkey, Izmir is a city of enchanting contrasts. With a lineage that traverses millennia, this jewel of the Aegean Sea beckons travelers with its storied past and cosmopolitan vibrancy.

The city was founded by the Aeolians (one of the four major ancient Greek tribes) around the 3rd millennium BC and was later inhabited by various civilizations,...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles