The Synagogue from the Fortress, Timisoara
The Synagogue from the Fortress was built between 1863 and 1865 and it is the only synagogue in Timisoara located in the central district of Citadel. The building was designed by the Viennese architect Ignatz Schuhmann, in the eclectic style, with features of Moorish style, a style that evokes old Spanish Jewish community in Timisoara. It has a capacity of about 3,000 people. The Synagogue was consecrated on the 19th of September, 1865 and served the Jewish community of Mosaic rite for almost 100 years.
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Sight Name: The Synagogue from the Fortress
Sight Location: Timisoara, Romania (See walking tours in Timisoara)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Timisoara, Romania (See walking tours in Timisoara)
Sight Type: Religious
Walking Tours in Timisoara, Romania
Create Your Own Walk in Timisoara
Creating your own self-guided walk in Timisoara is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Palaces and Castles Walking Tour
The “Little Vienna” has amazed thousands of curious eyes for many years. This is thanks to the stunning palaces built in various styles, meant to lure visitors from all over the world. Take this tour to appreciate the most important historical buildings in Timisoara.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Timisoara Introduction Walking Tour
One of the largest cities in Romania, Timisoara holds an honorary spot on one's travel map. One will be thrilled with the city’s harmoniously grouped landmarks and of course, it is incredible that the city houses quite a number of squares with historical value. Are you curious to visit Timisoara? Check out the city’s prominent landmarks.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles