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.
Choral Temple (Bucharest) at a Glance#
Address: Chowmahalla Palace, Afzal Gunj, Near Khilwat, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002, India
Website: https://www.chowmahallapalace.in/
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Mondays
Admission: 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.
Weather & Climate near Choral Temple (Bucharest)#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 2° | -5° | 30 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 5° | -3° | 31 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 0° - 11° | 3° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 5° - 18° | 11° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.9 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.3h |
| May | Excellent | 10° - 23° | 17° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Very Good | 14° - 27° | 20° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 29° | 22° | 72 mm | some cloud | 56% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 22° | 57 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 2.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 11° - 24° | 17° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 0° - 9° | 3° | 42 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 37 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
