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Jerusalem (Jubilee) Synagogue
Prague and surrounding
Architecture,  Temples, Churches
Architecture, 
Temples, Churches

The Jerusalem Synagogue, also known as Jubilee, is the only active synagogue in Prague. It is located not in ​​the former Jewish ghetto but a new part of the city near the central train station. It has been the religious and cultural centre of the Prague Jewish community since 1906.

The building was designed in 1903 by the Viennese architect Wilhelm Stiassny famous for creating other Jewish monuments in Europe, but the construction was guided by the architect Alois Richter.

The building is much different from other synagogues in the city and stands out with its impressive size and bright, colourful facade. Many experts mark its affinity with Muslim architectural monuments located in Spain. Thus, the Jerusalem Synagogue facade bizarrely intertwined the Moorish, Modern, and Art Nouveau styles. The main entrance is presented by a heavy decorative arch with a large rose window and a Star of David inside. On both entrance sides, the synagogue has a tower.

The synagogue also has three naves. Two rows of arches support the women’s gallery making the architecture more unique. Numerous stained-glass windows and chandeliers illuminate the interior. The interior decoration, colourful entrance, naves, wall paintings, and stucco work amaze with richness and beauty. Some elements in the interior are made of grapevine.

The building can accommodate 850 people. There are side galleries with a separate entrance for women. It is worth mentioning that it is one of the few synagogues in Prague that escaped the destruction during the Second World War when used as a warehouse.

Today it is the youngest and largest synagogue in Prague. Besides services, there are regular classical music concerts, exhibitions, and other cultural events. There is a museum exposition telling about the history of the Jewish monuments and the Jewish community of Prague.

Name plaques from the Zigeuner Synagogue, demolished during the campaign to renew the city, are also kept here. This demolition at the beginning of the 20th century became the reason for the construction of the Jerusalem Synagogue.

Address: Jeruzalémská 1310/7

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