Bolshaya Bronnaya Synagogue, Chabad Jewish synagogue at Bolshaya Bronnaya Street, Moscow, Russia
Bolshaya Bronnaya Synagogue is a synagogue in Moscow with a modern glass enclosure wrapping the original structure. The building spans multiple floors and contains classrooms, a lecture hall, a bookstore, and a ritual bath.
A wealthy Moscow businessman commissioned this private temple in 1883, built outside the restrictions on where Jewish communities could settle. The building endured difficult periods but was returned to the Jewish community at the end of the 20th century.
Since returning to the Jewish community in 1991, this place became a center for Jewish life in Moscow. Visitors can observe religious services and experience how the community gathers for prayer and study.
The building spans multiple levels with different entry points, which can help accommodate various mobility needs. Visitors should check when services are held, as times vary according to the Jewish calendar.
A hidden tunnel runs beneath the synagogue, bearing witness to times when the community needed safety measures. This underground passage reflects the resilience and determination of the congregation across the decades.
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