Sinagoga de Cordoba (Cordoba Synagogue), Cordoba

The Córdoba Synagogue is a historic Jewish place of worship located in the heart of Córdoba’s Jewish Quarter. Built in 1315, during the reign of the Nasrid dynasty, it is one of the best-preserved examples of medieval Jewish architecture in Spain. The synagogue is a beautiful example of Mudejar style, which blends Islamic, Christian, and Jewish artistic influences, reflecting the multicultural atmosphere of Andalusia during the Middle Ages.

The synagogue is relatively small but exquisitely detailed, featuring intricately decorated stucco walls, beautiful Hebrew inscriptions, and geometric patterns that characterize the Mudejar aesthetic. The main prayer hall is the star, with its wooden ceiling, adorned with delicate carvings, and a well-preserved ark (which is the sacred storage for Torah scrolls). Visitors can explore the building and learn about its history as one of the key Jewish religious centers in medieval Córdoba before the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492.

After the expulsion, the synagogue was converted into a church, and it later became a museum. Today, the Córdoba Synagogue is a significant cultural and historical site, offering a glimpse into the life of the Jewish community in medieval Spain.