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The Etz Ahayim Synagogue, also known as the Ortakoy Synagogue, is synagogue located in Ortakoy Istanbul on the coast near the right leg of Bosphorus Bridge.
When the previous synagogue burned down in 1941 with only the marble Aron-ha-Kodesh remaining, the new synagogue was rebuilt on the location of the then midrash.
Jewsih people who settled there after the great bazaar fire in 1618, Ortakoy where Jewish people already had lived from the ancient times, formed a model of harmony with three celestial religion performed in the mosque, synagogue and church located at a triangular area. Signifying the meaning of “Life Tree“, the synagogue dated back to 17th century,which is derived from the documents of maintanance.
The Etz Ahayim Synagogue was totally destroyed by fire in 1941 with only the marble Aron Kodesh remaining intact. The synagogue was subsequently rebuilt.
Etz Ahayim Synagogue, Ortakoy- Istanbul
Visits can be made with previous appointments and both weekday and Shabbat services can be attended likewise.
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The name Etz Ahayim means “Life Tree“. Ortaköy is considered to be a typical Jewish settlement. After the Bedesten fire in 1618, and with its synagogue, church and mosque in a small triangular area, it became an example of how people of three religions were able to live in harmony and tranquility.
Whenever I travel to another country, I try to find out about the local Jewish community. I became aware as I planned a tour to Istanbul that I needed to arrange a tour ahead of time and found Istanbul Life Jewish Heritage tours on line. I made a relatively last-minute arrangement, not realizing the steps that were needed to take to arrange the tour.
We also booked with this company for a Bosporus cruise and a visit to the monastery and services of the Whirling Dervishes. I highly recommend all of these trips.
We had a great Jewish Heritage tour which was booked in advance. Our guide picked up at our hotel on time and he was knowledgeable and totally flexible about what we wanted to see. We had a great time. This is a must see!!!
This Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul was excellent.Our guide, Alp, was knowledgeable and well spoken in English. He knew about each synagogue and was able to provide pertinent jnformation to us, He made the tour a very pleasurable experience.
Etz Ahayim Synagogue
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. Wikipedia
Address: Muallim Naci Cd No:6, Ortaköy/Istanbul – Europe, Turkey
Phone: +90 212 260 1896