Sinagoga Medieval de Castelo de Vide
Sinagoga Medieval de Castelo de Vide, Medieval synagogue in Santa Maria da Devesa, Portugal.
The two-story stone building features Gothic architectural elements, including pointed stone arches framing the entrance doors and windows.
Constructed in the late 14th century, the synagogue functioned until 1496 when King Manuel I decreed the expulsion of Jews from Portugal.
The interior preserves a 15th-century carved stone Torah ark with a pedestal decorated with seven spheres representing the days of creation.
The synagogue operates as a museum dedicated to Jewish heritage, displaying artifacts and information about the local Jewish community.
A mezuzah containing fragments of the Shema Yisrael prayer remains positioned above one of the ground floor doorways.
Location: Santa Maria da Devesa
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 39.41752,-7.45676
Latest update: March 20, 2025 17:41
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