World's Largest Sukkah Opens in Jerusalem's Old City
Jerusalem's Old City is hosting the world's largest sukkah, a temporary hut erected for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The massive structure spans 444 square meters and is located in the plaza of the Hurva Synagogue.
In addition to the sukkah, a new observation point has been opened on the roof of the Yeshivat HaKotel, offering panoramic views. The Jewish Quarter has been filled with tens of thousands of families celebrating the holiday.
The sukkah, named after Rabbi Avraham Yeshayahu Karelitz, known as the Chazon Ish, is a significant attraction during the festival. Sukkot commemorates the biblical Israelites' dwelling in temporary huts during their 40 years of wandering in the desert after the Exodus from Egypt. This year's sukkah in Jerusalem is notable for its unprecedented size, drawing large crowds of worshippers and visitors.
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