Synagoge, Synagogue in Binnenstad, Utrecht, Netherlands
The Synagogue in Utrecht is a house of worship built in the 1920s with distinctive geometric brickwork and large windows. This three-story building displays traditional Jewish architectural features and stands in the old city center.
Architect Harry Elte designed the building in 1926 as a home for the Jewish community. During World War II it survived damage and was returned to service after the war ended.
The synagogue continues to serve as a place of worship and community gathering for Utrecht's Jewish population. Today it hosts regular religious services and celebrations that welcome visitors from diverse backgrounds.
Visitors should contact the synagogue administration before attending services to ensure access. The building features separate prayer sections for men and women that serve different liturgical purposes.
Religious objects were hidden by Utrecht residents during the occupation and later returned to the building. These rescued cultural items are displayed there today and tell their own story of resistance and preservation.
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