The architecture of Etz Hayyim Synagogue reflects the influence of its Romaniote past, but also its origin as a Catholic church built during the Venetian period.


Photo 1: © Central Board of Jewish Communities in Greece: Etz Hayyim Synagogue Commemorative Album, 2nd ed., Athens 2008.

Photo 2: © Anastasios Skikos



Map of Etz Hayyim Synagogue


Entrance to Etz Hayyim Synagogue

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