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Old Synagogue

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The Old Synagogue in Dubrovnik, Croatia, is the oldest Sefardic synagogue still in use today in the world and the second oldest synagogue in Europe.Jewish Independent: A visit to Jewish Dubrovnik It is said to have been established in 1352, but gained legal status in the city in 1408.Synagogues of Europe: architecture, history, meaning. Carol Herselle Krinsky Owned by the local Jewish community, the main floor still functions as a place of worship for the High Holy Days and special occasions, but is now mainly a city museum which hosts numerous Jewish ritual items and centuries-old artifacts.The Jewish Museum: “A Cross Section of Jewish Culture” Read more on Wikipedia

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