Ancient synagogue in Side
Object Detail
Building Date
7th century CE
Synagogue active dates
Reconstruction Dates
2021 (excavated)
Architect/ Maker
Unknown (Unknown)
Style
Unknown|
Material/Technique
Construction Material
Stone
Summary and Remarks
Suggested Reconsdivuction
History/Provenance
Excavated in 2021.
The synagogue is identified according to the inscription, with the depiction of a menorah. According to the inscription, the synagogue was renovated by a father in honor of hs deceased son.
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Present Usage
No information
Present Usage Details
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Historical significance: Collective Memory/Folklore
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Architectural Significance: Artistic Decoration
Urban significance
Significance Rating
1 (Local)
Condition of Building Fabric
E (No return)
Bibliography
https://jewish-heritage-europe.eu/2021/12/27/turkey-7th-century-synagogue/
"Turkey: Archaeologists discover 7th century synagogue at excavations in Side,"
Jewish Heritage Europe, https://jewish-heritage-europe.eu/2021/12/27/turkey-7th-century-synagogue/.
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1 Coordinates: 36.765804, 31.385494