Jewish Heritage Europe

Italy: The soaring cupola of the Trieste synagogue is under restoration

(JHE) — The soaring cupola of the monumental synagogue in Trieste is undergoing restoration. The work, which began around New Years, is aimed at renovating the external structure, including restoring its original coloring. The €40,000 project is funded by Fondazione … continue reading →

Mazel tov to photographer and blogger Christian Herrmann — awarded a high honor by the Federal German state for his work documenting east European Jewish heritage!

Mazel tov to JHE friend Christian Herrmann, who has been honored by Germany for his photographic work, blog, and other activities documenting Jewish heritage sites in Eastern Europe! In awards announced January 1, Christian, who maintains the blog Vanished World, … continue reading →