Lisbon Synagogue, Byzantine Revival synagogue in Santo António, Portugal
The rectangular structure at 59 Rua Alexandre Herculano combines Romanesque and Byzantine architectural elements with an austere exterior design facing Jerusalem.
The synagogue opened in 1904 as the first Jewish temple constructed in Portugal since the forced conversions and extinction of Portuguese Judaism in 1497.
The building houses separate worship areas with a capacity for 400 men and 200 women, featuring traditional elements like the bimah and Torah ark.
The Jewish Community of Lisbon organizes guided tours of the synagogue and former Jewish quarters, with information available through their website cilisboa.org.
The original construction remained hidden within a walled backyard due to legal restrictions protecting Catholic structures in early 20th century Portugal.
Location: Santo António
Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture
Address: Rua Alexandre Herculano 59; 1250 Lisboa
GPS coordinates: 38.72030,-9.15320
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:38
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