Yahudi Hamam (Thessaloniki)

Greece / Thessaloniki / Thessaloniki / Κομνηνών
 Ottoman Empire, 16th century construction, Turkish bath (hamam)

The Yahudi Hamam (Greek: Γιαχουντί Χαμάμ) is an Ottoman-era bath in Thessaloniki, Greece. Located at the intersection of Vasileos Irakliou and Frangini streets, the bath dates to the 16th century. Its Turkish name means "Bath of the Jews", as the area was predominantly settled by Sephardi Jews. It was also named Pazar Hamam, due to its location in the central market-place of the city.
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Coordinates:   40°38'4"N   22°56'26"E
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