The Great Synagogue

The Great Synagogue

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The Great Synagogue

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  • Free Walking Tour of Budapest
    10.00 09/27/2025
    Rex
    Hong Kong

    Lila has been such a phenomenal guide, she packed a whole book of history and culture in short and engaging stories. I enjoyed the tour so much with her presentation, will join another tour again.

  • Free Walking Tour of Budapest
    10.00 09/26/2025
    Gaston Oscar Podesta
    Argentina

    I travelled with my partner
  • Free Walking Tour of Budapest
    10.00 09/22/2025
    Elias
    Camarillo , United States

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Located in the Jewish quarter, the Great Synagogue of Budapest is an icon of Jewish culture and neo-Arabic architecture.

History

Built between 1854 and 1859, the Great Synagogue in Budapest serves as a place of worship for the Jewish community of Budapest. During the Second World War, it was severely damaged but survived, unlike many other buildings in the city that were destroyed.

Why visit the Great Synagogue?

Visit the Great Synagogue to enjoy the wonderful architecture of the second-largest synagogue in the world and to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish history and culture.

Did you know...

Inspired by North African and Spanish structures, the synagogue's design reflects significant Islamic influences, notably reminiscent of Granada's Alhambra.

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