Jewish Heritage Europe

Ukraine: Sadagora synagogue restoration nearing completion?

The Religious Information Service of Ukraine reports that the restoration of the synagogue and rebbe’s residence in Sadagora, a suburb of Chernivtsi, is nearing completion after three years of work, and the site will be open to the public within … continue reading →

Ukraine: Crowdfunding for Great Maharsha Ostroh synagogue

Another Jewish heritage restoration project has turned to crowdfunding to raise support — current efforts that are under way by volunteers to make emergency repairs to the roof of the ruined Great Maharsha Synagogue at Ostroh, Ukraine. Built in 1627, … continue reading →

Bulgaria: ancient synagogue mosaic restored & displayed

A floor mosaic dating from an ancient Roman-era synagogue in Plovdiv, Bulgaria has been restored and is now displayed by the Plovdiv Museum of Archaeology. It is the first time that the restored mosaic — which shows an ornate menorah, … continue reading →