- Address: Magazine Ln, Bridgetown, Barbados
- Phone: +507 6409-0373
- Date of construction: 1654.
One of the oldest synagogues in the Western Hemisphere is the synagogue in Bridgetown . According to archival documents, it was erected by the Jewish community of Tzemach-David in 1654, but the devastating hurricane of 1831 almost destroyed the building, which was restored in 1833 thanks to the efforts of the Jewish community.
Architectural finds
The building of the synagogue is made in white and pink tones of stones of different breeds and occupies two floors. Reconstruction work carried out in the XIX century, decorated the facade of the building with Gothic arches and other small details that were not in the original performance of the synagogue. Recently, the Bridgetown synagogue is under the protection of the National Fund of Barbados , as one of the most unique buildings located on the territory of the state.
The synagogue in Bridgetown keeps unique Torah scrolls brought from Amsterdam. On its territory is organized a historical museum, which tells about the life of the Jewish community of Barbados from the moment of appearance of the first settler Jews to our days. In addition, the synagogue is a religious center for the Jews of the island state, many of whom are eager to hold the wedding ceremony within its walls.
How to get there?
A walk to the sights will not take long, as it is located in the heart of Bridgetown. If you have enough time at your disposal, then it is worthwhile to go to the synagogue's building (on the other hand you can consider other interesting places of the city). Find the High Street and follow it until you meet the turn on Magazine Street. Take off and very soon you will see the building of the Bridgetown synagogue. Time lovers can take a trip by taxi or a rented car.
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