Portuguese Synagogue
Portuguese Synagogue, Sephardic synagogue in central Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Portuguese Synagogue contains a central prayer hall with stone pillars, white walls, and dark wooden benches illuminated through 72 windows.
Built in 1675 during the Dutch Golden Age, the Portuguese Synagogue represented the influence of the Sephardic Jewish community in Amsterdam.
The synagogue houses Ets Haim, the oldest active Jewish library globally, containing manuscripts and texts recognized by UNESCO Memory of the World Register.
The synagogue complex includes treasure chambers displaying ceremonial objects manufactured from silver, gold, silk, and brocade materials.
Since its opening in 1675, the synagogue maintains its original lighting system with brass chandeliers holding numerous candles without electric installations.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1676
Architects: Elias Bouman
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Jewish Cultural Quarter
Address: Mr. Visserplein 3 1011RD
Phone: +31206245351
Email: info@esnoga.com
Website: http://esnoga.com
GPS coordinates: 52.36750,4.90528
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14
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