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Helsinki Synagogue, Orthodox synagogue in Kamppi, Helsinki, Finland

The Helsinki Synagogue features three central two-story high windows and smooth stucco facades crowned by a prominent religious cupola at Malminkatu Street 26.

Construction of the synagogue began in 1905 after the Jewish community received a plot from Helsinki city authorities, with completion achieved in August 1906.

The synagogue interior contains sculptures of lions from the first prayer room at Suomenlinna Fortress and a blue vault with golden stars facing Jerusalem.

The building includes a congregation center added in 1961, offering facilities such as an auditorium, meeting rooms, and a mikveh for the 1,100 community members.

The structure follows halachic hour traditions for religious services, adapting to Finnish summers when daylight extends through most of the night hours.

Location: Helsinki

Inception: 1906

Architects: Jac Ahrenberg

Architectural style: Art Nouveau

GPS coordinates: 60.16756,24.92849

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:25

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