Great Synagogue (Plzeň)

The Great Synagogue in Plzeň, Czech Republic, is a historic Jewish place of worship built in 1893 in an impressive Moorish Revival style. It served as a spiritual and community center for local Jews, featuring elaborate architecture, stained glass windows, and a large prayer hall. The synagogue is an important cultural monument, reflecting Jewish religious life and architectural heritage. Though its active use declined after World War II, it now functions as a Jewish museum and cultural site, preserving the history and memory of the Jewish community in Plzeň.