Oni Synagogue
Synagogue Historic Georgian synagogue in Racha-Lechkhumi region
A historic synagogue in Oni, Racha; visitors come to study regional Jewish heritage, local architecture and the community’s records as part of wider tours of western Georgia.
How to Get to Oni Synagogue #
Oni lies roughly 220 km northwest of Tbilisi by road (a drive of several hours through mountain roads). Regional minibuses (marshrutkas) and private taxis connect Oni with Ambrolauri and Kutaisi; once in Oni the synagogue is a short walk from the town centre.
Tips for Visiting Oni Synagogue #
- The best photographs show the synagogue and the surrounding timbered houses of Oni together-walk the steep streets above the building to capture it against the hillside.
- Check service times with local authorities if planning to attend; the town is small and schedules vary.
- Talk to the synagogue custodian or local guide about the 1895 consecration and later repairs-these local custodians often hold oral histories not published elsewhere.
Best Time to Visit Oni Synagogue #
Summer for easiest access and warm walks; spring and autumn for quieter, cooler visits.
Weather & Climate near Oni Synagogue #
Oni Synagogue's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1052 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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