14 Beautiful Hanukkah Menorahs From Around the World
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This menorah, one of the biggest in Europe, was lit in front of Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate. This happens to be the same location where many Germans celebrated the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of the country.
Tel Aviv
In Israel, where Hanukkah is a public holiday, coming up with creative new menorahs is often a challenge. In 2013, this LED menorah lit up the Tel Aviv shoreline.
London
This menorah was erected in Trafalgar Square, close to the iconic Nelson’s Column and twin fountains.
Mendoza, Argentina
Although some menorahs only remain up for the eight days of Hanukkah, this one is permanent. It was placed on the Avenida Mitre in Mendoza, Argentina in honor of Israel’s 50th anniversary in 1998.
Nijkerk, Holland
Nijkerk, a city in central Holland, was home to a bright-blue menorah/Star of David combo put together by a group called Christians for Israel.
Stockholm
You’ll find this menorah in front of the Great Synagogue in Stockholm, where people can sometimes be heard arguing about whether it’s green or teal.
The White House, Washington, D.C.
Since 1979, the White House has featured a menorah alongside the annual Christmas tree. The first president to attend the first night candle lighting was Jimmy Carter.
Hong Kong
This menorah in Hong Kong is near the city center, in front of the Bank of China Tower and close to Hong Kong Park.
Jerusalem
Hanukkah commemorates when the ancient Hebrews took control of the temple that once existed in Jerusalem. The “golden menorah” in present-day Jerusalem is a replica of the one that reportedly existed then.
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Paris's nickname is the City of Light, and there's no holding back when the golden menorah near the Eiffel Tower is lit at night.
Kielce, Poland
Although many menorahs mark happy occasions, this one is partially buried at the site of a pogrom, or mass killing of Jewish people, in Kielce. The overall impression is striking and profound.
GettyTel Aviv
The residents of a building in Tel Aviv coordinated their window lights to create this multicolored menorah.
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You can find this menorah in Boston's Copley Square, in the Back Bay neighborhood.
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The dramatic menorah in Munich's Jakobsplatz adds a flame on each night of the eight-day holiday.