Choral Temple (Bucharest)

Synagogue Historic synagogue in Bucharest, 19th-century Moorish style

A late-19th-century Moorish-style synagogue in central Bucharest, the Choral Temple draws visitors for its ornate interior, Jewish heritage exhibits and occasional concerts; it’s an architectural counterpoint amid the city’s historic avenues.

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Choral Temple (Bucharest)
Chowmahalla Palace, Afzal Gunj, Near Khilwat, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India
44.4311, 26.1067
Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Mondays
INR 100-500 (Indian and foreign pricing and special exhibitions vary)

How to Get to Choral Temple (Bucharest) #

The palace is in Hyderabad’s Old City near the Charminar area. It’s a 10-20 minute auto-rickshaw or taxi ride from Secunderabad and about 5-10 minutes from Charminar; public buses serve the vicinity.

Tips for Visiting Choral Temple (Bucharest) #

  • Arrive early to see the palace before the crowds and to catch the midday illumination of the Khilwat Courtyard.
  • Wear modest clothing when entering certain historic or religious display areas out of respect for local customs.
  • Allow time to see the vintage car collection and the vintage clocks; many visitors skip these but they're well-conserved.

Best Time to Visit Choral Temple (Bucharest) #

Best visited from November to February when Hyderabad is at its most comfortable.

Winter (pleasant)
Nov-Feb · 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Dry, comfortable weather-ideal for exploring the Old City and palaces.
Monsoon shoulder
Oct, Mar-Apr · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Hotter but manageable; avoid peak summer months if possible.

Weather & Climate near Choral Temple (Bucharest) #

Climate

Choral Temple (Bucharest)'s climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (596 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 64 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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