Choral Synagogue (Drohobych)

Choral Synagogue (Drohobych) — view
Choral Synagogue (Drohobych). Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
DROHOBYCH, UKRAINE

Choral Synagogue

An Orthodox Jewish synagogue in Drohobych where the Ashkenazi rite continues to define communal worship.

At a glance

The Choral Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue, stands on Pylypa Orlyka Street in Drohobych, a city in Lviv Oblast. It serves an Orthodox Jewish congregation observing the Ashkenazi liturgical tradition.

History

Limited historical documentation is available in the source materials. The synagogue remains an important institutional landmark for the local Jewish community.

What you see

The building’s architectural character reflects its function as a communal place of worship. Further detail about its design and construction awaits additional sourced research.

Cultural significance

The Choral Synagogue represents the Ashkenazi Jewish heritage of Drohobych. It embodies the continuity of Orthodox Jewish practice in Ukraine, where such institutions have endured through centuries of regional change.

Key facts

  • Country: Ukraine
  • City: Drohobych, Lviv Oblast
  • Address: Pylypa Orlyka Street
  • Coordinates: 49.35336°N, 23.51132°E
  • Rite: Ashkenazi
  • Designation: Orthodox Jewish synagogue

Practical information & getting there

The synagogue is located in central Drohobych on Pylypa Orlyka Street. For current visiting hours, services, and community information, contact the congregation directly or consult local tourism resources in Drohobych.

Sources & resources

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