Chabad Synagogue, Kherson

The attention of tourists in Kherson attracts old synagogue "Chabad". It was built in 1899.

The two-story building with a height of 7 m - an interesting example of a Jewish house of worship - stands out among classical buildings in Kherson quarter. It is built of stone, style - decorative Art Nouveau. Facade facing the street Gorky projection. Near the entrance - small column, and on both sides of them - the oval window extending across two storeys. Top there is also a balcony above the entrance with two windows, in harmony with the.

The synagogue was used for its intended purpose until 1941. In this rich community involved in charity work. During the Nazi occupation of the building was burned. In 1947 it was restored and was given to the hostel and then there was a clinic for people with alcohol dependence.

In 1990, the building was given to the Jewish community "Chabad", and it was restored inside and out, donations came from America and Israel.

Gorky Street, where the synagogue, many historic buildings of interest in terms of architecture. Among them - the Dutch house, the old building of post and telegraph office, home Vitvitskiy.