Haim Synagogue, Jewish synagogue in District 12, Tehran, Iran
The Haim Synagogue features a twelve-meter-high hall with octagonal arch ceilings, wide windows, and separate sections for men and women worship areas.
Built in 1913 by architect Aziz Banayan during the Qajar period, this synagogue provided shelter to Polish and Iraqi Jewish refugees during World War II.
The synagogue contains handwritten plaques with calligraphy of Psalms of David and serves as a center for Torah discussions and religious ceremonies.
Located on Si-e Tir Street, the synagogue opens specifically for Shabbat services and High Holy Days, accommodating up to 300 worshippers across its sections.
The first synagogue constructed outside Tehran's Jewish quarter features a distinctive cistern system and family rooms for religious celebrations.
Location: District 12
Official opening: 1913
Architectural style: Qajar architecture
GPS coordinates: 35.69278,51.41322
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:03
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