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Spanish Synagogue (Spanelska Synagoga)

Vezenska 1, Prague 110 00, Czech Republic
224-819-456
Ranked #17 of 181 attractions in Prague
4.5 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
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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Gilly
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I'm a fan of all things moorish and the spanish synagogue is gorgeous. The exhibition on jews in Prague was excellent and despite the crowds milling all around the city, I felt I was able to take my time and appreciate the exhibits and artefacts.

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Rehovot, Israel
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Most Synagogues place a much lower emphasis on beauty compared to churches, and are typically not very interesting visually. This one, however, is truly striking, with intricate detail everywhere, done in the Moorish style. Inside there's also a small exhibition with explanations of the history of the Jews in Bohemia, with documents and books from various periods - very interesting.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Don't miss this. The interiors are spectacular and were an interesting contrast to the other synagogues in the Jewish Quarter we toured. The history display on the second floor is fascinating and tragic.

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Istanbul, Turkey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This is the most beautiful synagogue in Prague. Buy a combined ticket for the synagogues and the Jewish museum. If you have little time and have to choose between, visit Spanish Synagogue. It is a pity that they do not let to take photos in any of these places.

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Great atmosphere and luxurious interior. Very interesting history. We really injoyed the combination of classical music and opera withing the walls of this synagogue.

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Houston, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The view from the top alone is worth it. The history and beauty is amazing.

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Bilbao, Pais Vasco, Spain
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

LA SINAGOGA MAS BONITA DE PRAGA The most beautiful synagogue of Praga

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Balsall Common
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Went in the evening to a hear a concert. Three violins, a cello, double base and trumpet, playing tunes from the best american musicals. The designs on the wall are beautiful, and like many building in Prague a lot older than many other "occupied" cities.

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Amazing interior, so intricate and stunning! Colors are fantastic, too bad you can't take photos inside. Also lovely historical artifacts for viewing.

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West Lafayette IN
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289 helpful votes 289 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This synagogue is beautiful on the inside and the upstairs has an exhibit on the History of the Jewish community in the Czech Republic with English signs. There was also an exhibit of the silver items that were taken from synagogues by the Nazis. You can buy a ticket as part of the Jewish Museum ticket which allows entrance into... More

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