Jewish Telegraphic Agency4y
India’s Jew Town only has a handful of Jews left. But Jewish traditions and landmarks remain.
In December 2018, the Paradesi Synagogue celebrated its 450th anniversary. “Practically every person in that community came to Cochin from all over the world — I was very honored to be the ...
The Times of Israel4d
The Maharaja’s Speech – The Question of Dual Loyalty
The historical marker is titled: The Speech of the Maharaja of Cochin Paradesi Synagogue 1949 The Maharaja spoke about the Jews of Cochin. Jewish presence in Cochin is believed to date from Jewish ...
The New Indian Express11d
‘A symbol of humanity’: Kadavumbagam Synagogue in Kochi to be reopened on February 3
KOCHI: The Ernakulam Kadavumbagam Synagogue has been accorded a lease of life. The fully renovated place of worship, on Market Road, will be reopened to the public on February 3. Believed to have ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency6mon
Queenie Hallegua, second-to-last Jewish resident of historic Indian Jewish community, dies at 89
Hallegua and her late husband were the caretakers of Kochi’s 450-year-old synagogue. Four years ago, when a Jewish Telegraphic Agency correspondent visited Kochi, India, researcher Shalva Weil ...
The Hindu9d
Renovated Kadavumbagam Synagogue in Kochi to be reopened after 53 years
The Kadavumbagam Synagogue, which dates back to 1200 AD ... and other members of the community have received from people in Kochi. Referring to the photographs and information about the Holocaust ...
10 Must-See Places In Kochi Perfect For A Fun Getaway With Friends
Kochi, also known as Cochin ... is an old part of town famous for its antique shops as well as the Paradesi Synagogue, the ...