The retired Pope Benedict XVI, who died December 31 at the age of 95, visited Rome’s majestic Tempio Maggiore — Great Synagogue — on January 17, 2010. It was the second visit by a pope to the synagogue, located across … continue reading →
We celebrate with photos of synagogue decorations that (almost) remind us of fancy gift wrapping. Jewish Heritage Europe wishes all our readers and friends a Happy Hanukkah! Thank you for your interest and support — and thanks especially to those … continue reading →
(JHE) — After years of false starts and failed attempts, the long-derelict 19th century synagogue in Kőszeg, western Hungary, is reopening to the public after a full-scale renovation that took place over the past two years. The synagogue, which is … continue reading →
The fifth edition of the Czech Day of Jewish Monuments will take place August 14. More than 50 selected Jewish heritage sites in more than three dozen locations in Bohemia, Moravia, and Czech Silesia will be open to visitors. They … continue reading →
The year 2022 marks the 10th anniversary of Jewish Heritage Europe, and we will be celebrating it throughout the year with special content. The theme of JHE’s 10th birthday celebrations is the “Anniversary of Anniversaries” — that is, using JHE’s own anniversary to feature other significant or symbolic … continue reading →
