Sahar Hassamain Synagogue, Jewish synagogue in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island, Portugal.
The Sahar Hassamain Synagogue is a 19th-century structure on Rua de Brum in Ponta Delgada with exterior design typical of the Azores region. Its interior preserves original Jewish architectural and decorative elements.
The building was established in 1836 as the first Jewish congregation in Portugal following the medieval expulsion from the Iberian Peninsula. This marked the return of Jewish life to the region after centuries of absence.
The synagogue reveals how the Jewish community practiced their faith and maintained traditions in this Atlantic island setting. Religious objects displayed here connect visitors to their daily spiritual life.
The building now operates as a museum dedicated to Jewish heritage and history in the Azores. Visitors can join guided tours to explore the collections and learn about this community's story.
Of five former synagogues in Ponta Delgada, this one alone remains standing today. Its survival reveals that Jewish life on this remote island had deeper roots than many people realize.
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