The Kenesa in Halych as Described by Eyewitnesses

Nadija Vasilchuk

karaim.museum@gmail.com
Museum of Karaim History and Culture – Ancient Halych National Reserve (Ukraine)

Abstract

This article presents a description of the kenesa as recounted by eyewitnesses who visited Halych, engaged with the Karaim community there, and subsequently shared their impressions in periodicals or personal publications. Particular attention is given to the external appearance of the kenesa and its interior. The article also discusses the fires that affected the building and the efforts made to restore it, as well as highlights key milestones in the history of the kenesa in Halych.


Keywords:

Halych, kenasa, description, street, inscription, karaims

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Published
2024-12-30

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Vasilchuk, N. (2024). The Kenesa in Halych as Described by Eyewitnesses. Karaim Almanac, 13, 199–209. https://doi.org/10.33229/ak.1075

Authors

Nadija Vasilchuk 
karaim.museum@gmail.com
Museum of Karaim History and Culture – Ancient Halych National Reserve Ukraine

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