Siena synagogue, Religious museum and synagogue in central Siena, Italy.
Siena Synagogue is a house of worship in the neoclassical style with some rococo interior elements. The space features marble columns, curved pediments, and ornate stucco decorations on the ceilings.
Architect Giuseppe Del Rosso built the current structure in 1786 on the site of an earlier place of worship. This new construction came at a time when Jewish communities could openly rebuild their houses of prayer.
The synagogue tells the story of the Jewish community through its spaces and objects. Visitors see how this place has served as a religious and communal center across centuries.
The interior is open during certain weekdays and offers a calm space for exploration. Those wishing to view the religious objects and artworks should prepare for a short, leisurely walk through the rooms.
The exterior appears modest and understated because the synagogue was built under strict historical restrictions. Only upon entering does the rich interior decoration with elegant details and ornate embellishments reveal itself.
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