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Paradesi Synagogue

Jew Town Rd | Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin), India
271628
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Type: Religious Sites
Description: This temple dates back to the 16th century.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

They do a good job going though the history for this old synagogue, though a very small exhibit. Worth visiting, but don't expect much. No pictures inside.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

One of the best Synagogue we ever visited, not only history but also the architecture. The Chandalliers and the hand painted floor tiles are excellent. Worth the visit.

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Kochi (Cochin), India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I really liked this place. It has got that 'ancient times' look and is certainly a place worth visiting in Fort Kochi. It shows how the present Cochin Jews came here and it is ineresting. Good place to visit for family and friends.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

It is certainly worth a visit ... but only as a symbol of the trading nature of Cochin. As perhaps the oldest synagogue in the British Commonwealth it has to be respected, but it was not inspiring. It is reasonably well preserved but if you have seen synagogues elsewhere it is a bit disappointing. The entrance fee is nominal. By... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Worth a visit. Only place where you have this synagogue. a real heritage of bygone era. Well preserved by local jew community.

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Melbourne, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

It is sad to think that there are only a few people left to worship in this old synagogue, which will no doubt be just another tourist stop in Fort Cochin

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

awesome to see the history and the contributions to society. A must visit, as are the small shops next to the river. stop by and have a ginger lemon tea and watch the boats go by

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

It isn't fancy or of great architectural merit. It has a bigger story of worship and culture over several centuries. It represents a very different time when the Jews ran this area. The numbers are now very much reduced. Don't go to be impressed with the material things - it is deeper than that.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

Must visit. It is a beautiful old structure. Probably the oldest functional Jewish Synagogue in British Commonwealth. Not enough Jews are around for it to function full mast all through the year - so mostly functions when the Jewish tourists pour in to the city. The structure, tiles, the museum with the story of Jews in Kerala, all promise an... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2013

The synagogue displays some historical pieces and highlights a small community of Jewish immigrants. The market of spices and all kinds of souvenirs bear a look and perhaps a purchase. The spice shop offered everything spicy!

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