Maisel Synagogue in Prague: photos, reviews

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A cultic building constructed in the 16th century by one of the wealthiest Jews in Prague, Mordechai Maisel. Initially, it was a private family synagogue. A century later, a terrible fire almost completely destroyed the building, and nearly all of the cult objects donated personally by the founder were lost. However, the name Maisel Synagogue has been preserved to this day. Originally constructed in the Renaissance style, it was rebuilt after the fire in the Baroque tradition. The synagogue's floor area was halved after the reconstruction.

The last reconstruction of the Maisel Synagogue was carried out in the 19th century in the then-popular Neo-Gothic style. The reconstruction affected both the external appearance and the interior of the synagogue.

During the Nazi occupation of Czechia, this cultic building was turned into a warehouse. The occupiers wanted to create an anti-Jewish museum, and for the time being, they stored all future exhibits in the Maisel Synagogue. However, they never managed to realize this idea. Today, the building houses the Jewish Museum.

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What is the address of Maisel Synagogue?
Maisel Synagogue is located at Maiselova 10, Prague, Czech Republic.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Staroměstské náměstí (184 m walk)
- Bus stop Pařížská (67 m walk)
- Bus stop Mariánské náměstí (197 m walk)
- Subway station Staroměstská (156 m walk)
How is Maisel Synagogue rated by visitors?
Maisel Synagogue has an average rating of 4.2 based on 2,607 reviews across platforms such as Google.

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