Day 627

Today’s route — 15.6 miles

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Former subway substation

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The tracks of the Q train pass by right on the other side of the building.

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Perched on high

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A sukkah on stilts

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Young Israel of Flatbush

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This "Moorish-inspired" synagogue was built between 1925 and 1929.

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Chickens in Midwood

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Kaporos (Kapparot) fliers — closer look here

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’62 Oldsmobile Starfire

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Portal of the day

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This is one of many similar gated sections of Washington Cemetery, each belonging to a Jewish burial society.

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Squeezin’ ’em in

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Graves are crammed into every nook and cranny of Washington Cemetery.

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Staggered sukkahs

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Sukkot balconies in action

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Chicken with a death wish

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Congregation Sons of Israel

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You can get a better look in Street View.

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Big changes afoot!

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KatKar

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Take a look inside and around back.

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Rocking chairs!

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I guess I wasn't the only one wondering.

UPDATE: They don't actually rock!