My experience visiting the Jubilee Synagogue
#5月好去地方2025
Among the many historical buildings in Prague, the Jubilee Synagogue on Jerusalem Street (Jeruzalémská ulice) is a stunning and exotic synagogue. Although not as popular as the attractions in the old town, when I stepped into this building, I was deeply shocked. It was a kind of touching feeling that combined culture, art and history.
The Jubilee Synagogue was built in 1906 and was named to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the accession of Emperor Franz Joseph I of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Its appearance combines Moorish Revival and Art Nouveau. The red, yellow and blue staggered exterior wall colors and gorgeous arched windows make people stop and take pictures. Standing at the door, it feels like coming to a city in North Africa or the Middle East, which is in sharp contrast to other European architectural styles in Prague.
The interior of the synagogue is equally exquisite and gorgeous. The towering ceiling, complex geometric patterns, and golden altar, every detail is dazzling. There are also awe-inspiring inscriptions on the wall commemorating the victims of the Prague Jewish community during World War II. This is not only a religious place, but also a witness to history.
In the quiet synagogue, I felt an indescribable calm and solemnity, as if time had stopped here. Although I am not a Jew, I can still feel the power of faith and the weight of history from this space. During the visit, I also met a volunteer who enthusiastically shared stories about the history of Czech Jews, which gave me a deeper understanding of the diverse and complex cultural background of Prague.
The Jubilee Synagogue is not the most famous attraction in Prague, but for me it is the most inspiring and profound stop of the entire trip. If you come to Prague, I highly recommend that you take the time to come here and quietly feel its beauty and historical traces.