Prague is famous for her Jewish Quarter. In a few blocks there are nestled hundreds of years of European Jewish history and heritage. But a lesser known synagogue that can't be entered with the standard Jewish Quarter sight-seeing ticket is the Jubilee Synagogue on Jeruzalémská ulice.
It was built at the beginning of the 20th century. It was called the Jubilee Synagogue because it was built during the year of Emperor Franz Josef I's silver jubilee. Now it is more commonly known and the Jerusalem Street Synagogue. It is still a functioning house of worship. Until recently it was closed to the general public. After recent renovations, the synagogue has been opened to visitors.
It is only 50,-kc (appr. $3), which is a good price for over a hundred years of history, a stunning Art Nouveau interior and an opportunity to quietly reflect in a place of peace. When you are in the center next with 20 minutes to spare, swing by Jubilee Synagogue.
(Photo courtesy of www.geocaching.com)
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