Jewish Synagogue
The Jewish Synagogue, the oldest Synagogue in the common wealth
countries was built in 1568 AD. Located at Mattancherry, the Synanogue
still has the scrolls of the Old Testament and the copper plates, which
recorded the grants of privilege, bequeathed by the Kochi rulers.
Rebuilt
by Dutch after having been partially destroyed in the war of 1662 AD,
the exquisite hand painted blue Chinese tiles offer an interesting
sight. In mid-18th century, the clock tower was added.
Not one of the nearly two hundred year old tiles resembles another.
There are several finely wrought gold and silver crowns gifted to the
synanogue by the various patrons.
The Synagogue is open from 10 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 5 pm on all days
except Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
General Information
Main Attraction
Oldest Synagogue In The
Common Wealth Countries
Location
Mattancherry, Kerala
Best Time
10am. to 12pm. & 3pm. to 5pm
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