Where is the synagogue in Batumi?
The Stone Ashkenazi Synagogue from the early 20th century.
Short answer
The Batumi synagogue, known as the Stone Ashkenazi Synagogue, stands on Vazha-Pshavela Street in the Ajara region. Batumi architect Simon Volkovich built it in 1904. Soviet authorities closed it in the 1930s, it was returned to the Jewish community in 1992 and it serves as a synagogue again.
Why
- Emperor Nicholas II gave permission to build it after local Jews petitioned him.
- In Soviet times the building housed sports clubs, including gymnastics, fencing and the Spartak club.
- In 1992 the building was returned to the Jews and restored to its original religious purpose.
Details
This is a tall ornate building behind an iron fence with metal decorations, a wooden door and symmetrically placed round and oval windows. Its look is compared to synagogues in Amsterdam and The Hague. The synagogue was restored in 1998.
Georgia has seven synagogues: in Tbilisi, Batumi, Oni, Surami, Gori, Kutaisi and Akhaltsikhe. For other places in the city see What to see in Batumi, and for the country's religions read What is the religion in Georgia.
Tip
Look for the synagogue on Vazha-Pshavela Street, recognisable by its iron fence and wooden door. Check visiting conditions and hours on site.
What may differ
Access, hours and visiting rules may change, so check them locally or with local organisers before you go.
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