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Synagogue Hasidut Belz, Israel

From series “The most luxury and famous synagogues”
Year: 1995.

The Hasidic Belz synagogue is located in a busy neighborhood in Jerusalem. The synagogue has already acquired the status of an important city landmark, even though it was built only recently. Its construction began in 1985. It lasted 15 years. This religious monument is remarkable for its scale. The building was built on a hillside. It has several entrances on different levels. The synagogue hall is so large that it can accommodate up to 10,000 people at a time.

Synagogue Hasidut Belz, Israel In fact, Hasidic Belz is not just a synagogue but a real cultural center. There is a library, as well as several halls for educational and festive events in it, in addition to the prayer hall. An excellent lighting system was installed in the building. It allows seeing the ceiling decorated with ornaments, carved stairs, and other unique elements of the interior in all the details. This synagogue is an exact copy of the prayer house. It was located in the city of Belz. This house was destroyed by the Nazis during the Second World War.

The synagogue has many interesting features. It is the largest in Israel since its construction. The height of the synagogue ark is 12 meters. Up to 70 Torah scrolls can fit in it at a time. This unique indicator allowed the Hasidic Belz synagogue to become a record holder in the Guinness Book of records. The luxurious candelabra decorate the hall. They also deserve special attention. Each of them is made up of 200,000 crystal elements. The best Czech crystal was used for making chandeliers. Next - Soho Synagogue


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ATM bankomat: 'Bank of Jerusalem' located in 0.36 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'אלבר' is located in 0.39 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'פז רמות' in 0.65 km
Supermarket: 'בר כל' in 0.22 km
Parking: 'Ramot Me'ir Parking' in 0.65 km
Apotheek: 'Clalit Pharmacy' in 0.39 km
Police station: 'עורך דין תעבורה דרור סלמן - דיני תעבורה, נהיגה בשכרות, פסילת רישיון, נהיגה במהירות מופרזת' in 0.94 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'מוטי'ס' in 0.35 km
Railway station: 'Jerusalem-Malha' in 5.73 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Ben Gurion Airport TLV - in 39 km
 »  Sde Dov Airport SDV - in 53 km
 »  Mendez Airport MZD - in 54 km
 »  Queen Alia Airport AMM - in 74 km
 »  Marka International Airport ADJ - in 76 km
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Jerusalem Gate Hotel

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Royal Jerusalem

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Shamai Suites Jerusalem

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New Imperial Hotel

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Top destination around Synagogue Hasidut Belz - Jerusalem

This wonderful city was founded 4 thousand years ago, and even nowadays it never stops amazing travellers by its splendor, rich choice of sights and unforgettable atmosphere of harmony. Jerusalem is one of the world’s largest religious centers, and it attracts people of different religions – Muslims, Christians and Arabians. Just like the majority of ancient cities, Jerusalem is full of contrasts. Ancient buildings here border with modern houses and you can endlessly enjoy magnificent landscapes, look at strict lines of churches and cathedrals, and walk on colorful markets and shadowy valleys.

The Mount of Olives is one of the first places that should be visited during your stay in Jerusalem. This is the highest hill on the territory of the city and here are made several observation areas that feature stunning panoramic views of the city. Sub-mountain region is also very beautiful. It is full of olive groves and colorful flower glades. Here is also located the Church of All Nations built in 1925. Twelve Catholic countries participated in the building of this church, so each of 12 cupolas of the church is decorated with a national emblem of one country. Opposite to this church you can see another religious facility – the Church of St. Maria Magdalena built in the end of the 19th century. The holy building was created by the order of Alexander III and has the name of his mother. The church is served by monks of White Russian Church and its seven cupolas are decorated with orthodox Christian crosses.
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