Jewish Heritage Europe

Poland: explore a detailed new 3D digital reconstruction of the monumental New Synagogue in Wrocław, Poland (pre WW2 Breslau, Germany)

Starting more than two decades ago, there have been many digital reconstructions of synagogues that no longer stand — especially those destroyed in November 1938 on Kristallnacht or later during World War II. Some are static, some are interactive, and … continue reading →

Hungary: Restoration of long-derelict synagogue in Berettyóújfalu nears completion; will be used as cultural site and also for religious purposes

  The large-scale restoration of the long-derelict former Orthodox synagogue in Berettyóújfalu, a Hungarian town on the border with Romania between Debrecen (HU) and Oradea (RO), is expected to be completed by the end of this summer. The synagogue will … continue reading →

Italy: delicate repair work under way to consolidate sinking floor of Florence synagogue

Delicate work is under way to consolidate the mosaic marble flooring of the great synagogue in Florence to prevent possible collapse. Work began on June 1 and is to continue through the month. The Opera del Tempio di Firenze — … continue reading →