The Ahrida Synagogue
Located in Balat near the Golden Horn, built by Jews of Ohri (Macedonia) more than 550 years ago and recently renovated during the Quincentennial Celebrations in 1992, the Ahrida Synagogue is known foremost by its boat-shaped bimah. It can only be visited during weekday mornings.
Yanbol Synagogue
Built by Jews of Yanbol, Bulgaria, in the Byzantine period, the synagogue has been rebuilt in the 18th century. It is one of the two remaining ancient synagogues of the Balat area.
Bet Avraam Synagogue
Located just behind the Main Train Station in Sirkeci. It is the Synagogue nearest to the Sultanahmet–Hippodrome area and can be reached by foot easily for Shabbat services. Appointments should be secured from the Chief Rabbinate.
Kal Kados, Corapci Han Synagogue
Located in an historical office building and built by Russian Jews in the 1880's with the help of Count de Kamondo, the Synagogue is open for daily prayers during weekdays.
Bakirkoy Synagogue
This synagogue has been active since the late 1800's for the Jews of the area, but with the decrease in the Jewish population it is only open far Shabbat services.
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