The mayor of Timisoara, Romania, says he would like to restore the so-called Citadel Synagogue as part of plans to make the downtown street where it is located — Marasesti street — a pedestrian zone. According to local media, Mayor Nicolae Robu said he would consult with experts to assess the situation. Funding must still be found for the project.
Designed by the Viennese architect Carl Schumann, the Citadel Synagogue was built between 1863 – 1865 in an eclectic style, with Moorish-style features, two small towers and a front facade that resembles a fortress. It was dedicated in September 1865 and then ceremonially inaugurated again some years later by Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph.
The synagogue has a capacity of about 3,000 people, but it was closed many years ago despite longterm plans to turn it into a concert hall.
The Citadel synagogue in one of three synagogues in Timisoara. The small Jewish community uses the compact Jesefin Temple, built in 1910.
The ornate, domed Fabrik Synagogue, built in 1899 and designed by the prolific Budapest synagogue architect Lipot Baumhorn, remains empty, and in sadly dilapidated condition.
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Hi,
I am seeking contact information for the cemetery in Timisoara, to verify if our great grandfather by name of R’ Israel Trebits is buried there.I know that a person by this name (also Mr. Josef Trebitsch) is buried there, but I need to make sure it is the correct person. Can anyone tell me who to contact there? I’ve tried many times and am not getting anywhere.
Would really appreciated your help.
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Rifka