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Spanish Synagogue (Spanelska Synagoga)

Vezenska 1, Prague 110 00, Czech Republic (Praha 1)
224-819-456
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Ranked #19 of 193 attractions in Prague
Type: Religious Sites
Owner description: Built on the site where The Old Shul (oldest Jewish prayer house) once stood, the Moorish-style synagogue houses exhibitions retelling the history of... more » Owner description: Built on the site where The Old Shul (oldest Jewish prayer house) once stood, the Moorish-style synagogue houses exhibitions retelling the history of the Bohemian and Moravian Jews from the end of the 18th century through World War II. « less
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Rancho Palos Verdes, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

On the 2nd floor there is a wealth of information on the Jewish population during the Holocaust. Be prepared to spend a lot of time if you want to read it all.

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Jerusalem, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Amazing design all over Windows donated by many families inPrague before the Nazi regime Really fills one with awe! A MUST!

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We saw this synagogue with our Wittman Tour and I would suggest visiting the Jewish sites with them.

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I went around this whole area on my last day > My feet were tired so I did not give it the time I should have. A place of beauty and sadness. The guetto in this area are highlighted. The building is splendid. I did the whole jewish tour around several of the synagogue (one ticket) get the hand held... More

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SF Bay Area
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The building itself is truly beautiful. I visited at night for a concert so I was not able to see the upper part but I did enjoy the small museum cases on the lower floor. Even with the dim evening lighting the tiles and walls gleamed with a soft golden hue. This synagogue is lovingly cared for and it shows.... More

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Stratham, New Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Absolutely stunning synagogue with a must-see exhibition (on the second floor) of the history of Jews in Prague.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We visited the synagogue while exploring Prague. It wasn't a planned visit, but those are often the best. The building is so beautifully decorated in Moorish style, with so much to see and admire, from the painted walls, arches and ceilings to the windows and lights. In addition there is a really interesting exhibition, which can be found on the... More

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Dusseldorf, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

very different to the other synagogues, having an organ, and beautiful decoration. Small exhibition of jewish artists.

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Barcelona, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

The beauty of this synagogue is quite unique. The shame is that too many tourists wander around taking too many pictures and one has trouble sensing how a religious place is misunderstood, by us. On the other hand, we also take part. The upper level has some showcases which include old documents and letters all related to the Holocaust, so... More

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Maale Adumim
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Part of the multi-site State Jewish Museum complex, one of the most ornately decorated synagogues in the world. As with most of the synagogues, not currently in use, however they have concerts there many nites; we enjoyed a wonderful Gershwin/American music concert one evening (reasonable prices).

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