White Synagogue of Joniškis

Former synagogue in Lithuania
56°14′24″N 23°37′00″E / 56.24000°N 23.61667°E / 56.24000; 23.61667ArchitectureStyleClassicism
RomanticismCompleted1823

The White Synagogue of Joniškis (Lithuanian: Joniškio Baltoji sinagoga) is a former synagogue in Joniškis, Lithuania. Located next to Red Synagogue of Joniškis.

History

In 1797 the permit to build a synagogue in Joniškis was granted.[1] Synagogue completed in 1823.[2]

After World War II, the synagogue was converted into warehouse, later on into gym.

Current state

The White Synagogue of Joniškis was renovated and re-opened to the public.

See also

  • Lithuanian Jews

References

  1. ^ Joniškio Baltoji sinagoga (Išlikęs, k.k.v.r. 23679) (0)
  2. ^ Joniškio sinagogų kompleksas
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