Temple Emanu-El, Moorish Revival synagogue on Fifth Avenue, New York City, United States
Temple Emanu-El features twin minarets, expansive arches, and geometric patterns across its limestone and sandstone facade, reaching heights of multiple stories.
The original Temple Emanu-El, built in 1868 at 43rd Street, marked the first Moorish Revival synagogue in New York City before relocating to its current location.
Temple Emanu-El serves 2,500 families as a Reform Jewish congregation, maintaining traditions while adapting religious practices to modern times.
The Bernard Museum of Judaica within the temple displays over 1,000 ceremonial objects and operates regular guided tours for visitors.
The synagogue incorporates architectural elements from Islamic Spain, reflecting a period when Jewish, Muslim, and Christian communities lived together in medieval Iberia.
Location: New York City
Inception: 1868
Architectural style: Moorish Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.75400,-73.98000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:33
One Vanderbilt
168 m
Croton Aqueduct
195 m
Harvard Club of New York
209 m
Black Chamber
236 m
W. R. Grace Building
225 m
Croton Distributing Reservoir
224 m
500 Fifth Avenue
112 m
Clubhouse of the New York Yacht Club
216 m
Sofitel New York Hotel
209 m
Fred F. French Building
189 m
Manufacturers Hanover Trust Branch Bank
30 m
One Grand Central Place
227 m
30 West 44th Street
204 m
Salmon Tower Building
162 m
Mansfield Hotel
145 m
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
202 m
Aeolian Hall
191 m
John M. Mossman Lock Collection
178 m
461 Fifth Avenue
228 m
West Presbyterian Church (42nd Street)
191 m
New York Public Library and Bryant Park
202 m
William Cullen Bryant Memorial
240 m
Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist
44 m
Century Association Building
109 m
Sidewalk Clock at 522 5th Avenue
68 m
Edificio del Club de Yates de Nueva York
200 m
300 Madison Avenue
145 m
Fortitude
174 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes