Garnethill Synagogue, Orthodox synagogue in Garnethill, Scotland
The synagogue includes separate seating areas for men and women, with a total capacity of 580 worshippers within its Byzantine Revival structure.
Constructed between 1879 and 1881, the building stands as Scotland's first purpose-built synagogue, designed by architect John McLeod with Nathan Solomon Joseph.
The synagogue functions as the central institution for Glasgow's Jewish community, maintaining traditions and religious practices since the Victorian era.
Visitors can explore the Scottish Jewish Archives Centre within the synagogue, which preserves documents and artifacts dating from the 18th century.
The entrance features a Hebrew inscription from Deuteronomy above the doorway, marking the foundation date of this Category A listed building.
Location: Glasgow City
Location: Glasgow
Inception: 1881
Architects: John McLeod
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture
Website: https://garnethill.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 55.86710,-4.26771
Latest update: March 12, 2025 00:57
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