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file: THE JEWISH SITES OF ZAKYNTHOS (IONIAN ISLANDS)  
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SYNAGOGUES OF ZAKYNTHOS 
CEMETERIES OF ZAKYNTHOS

SYNAGOGUE OF ZAKYNTHOS
 
The gate of the former Synagogue of Zakynthos

Historical Data:  During the 18th century, two synagogues were functioning on Zakynthos, the Candiot and the
Sephardi.  In 1953, the island was struck by a severe earthquake an dthe fire that followed it destroyedd its
entire Jewwish quarter as well as its two synagogues.  In 1954, the Jewish community of Zakynthos was
dissolved.  There remains only the site of the Candiot Synagogue and a Memorial was placed in its courtyard
indicating the place.  No Jews have lived on Zakynthos since 1955. 
Area/Capacity:   80 sq. m. 
Actual Condition:  From the Candiot Synagogue remain the surrounding wall, the door and a small part of the
courtyard, in relatively good condition. 
Necessary Restoration Works:  Cleaning and preservation works of the area and the Memorial. 
Estimated Cost:   2 million drs. ($6,000 US)


CEMETERY OF ZAKYNTHOS 
 
Old tombs of Rabbis in the cemetery of Zakynthos
 

Historical Data:  In 1953, a sever earthquate struck the Ionian Islands and destroyed the entire Jewish
presence in Zakynthos.  The cemetery includes some interesting tombstones dating back to the 15th century. 
No Jews have lived on Zakynthos since the earthquake. 
Area/Capacity:   9,667 sq. m. (part of the cemetery has been trespassed) 
Actual Condition:  The cemetery of Zakynthos is the only on ethat is guarded.  Part of the surrounding wall has
fallen due to corrosion. 
Necessary Restoration Works:  The surrounding wall must be rebuilt and conservation works are needed for
many graves. 
Estimated Cost:   30 million drs. ($86,000 US) 



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