Practical info

Type of location: Synagogue

Synagogue of Pakruojis

8 Kranto Street, Pakruojis

Tel : +370 67527613

Historical description

Pakruojis

The town of Pakruojis is situated on the river Kruoja and was founded in the 15th century. The wooden synagogue dating from 1801 is probably the oldest of its kind in the country. Between the wars, the building was used as both a synagogue and a primary school. The ... Read more

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