Klausen Synagogue, Jewish Museum in Prague
Klausen Synagogue, Jewish Museum in Prague
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Permanent exhibition Jewish Customs and Traditions, Part 1 The exhibition continues in the Ceremonial Hall This exhibition starts by acquainting you with the primary sources of Judaism - the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) and the Talmud. It also lets you see an unfurled Torah scroll and its ornaments - the pointer (used when reading from the scroll), binder, mantle, shield and finials. The exhibition focuses on the synagogue, explaining its significance and describing its interior furnishings. It also deals with Jewish worship, the Sabbath and other Jewish holidays and religious celebrations. In the gallery are exhibits relating to the daily life of a Jewish family. This part of the show deals with the customs associated with birth, circumcision, bar mitzvah, marriage and divorce. It also provides a glimpse into a Jewish household and kitchen with its typical items. KLAUSEN SYNAGOGUE The Klausen synagogue is the biggest synagogue in the Prague Jewish Town. “Klausen” was originally the name given to three smaller buildings from the 16th century that used to be on this site. These buildings included a yeshivah (Talmudic school) that was founded by the famous Rabbi Loew. After the ghetto fire of 1689, the Klausen Synagogue was erected on the site in 1694, in the early Baroque style. It was the Prague Jewish Community's second main synagogue and a number of its prominent rabbis served here. It was also used as a place of prayer by the Prague Burial Society.
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Neighborhood: Josefov
Josefov houses Prague’s Jewish community. This small neighborhood centered around Široká street is completely surrounded by Staré Město (Old Town). As the former Jewish Ghetto, today all that remains are a few synagogues and the oldest surviving Jewish cemetery in Europe. The narrow streets were once small enough that a person could touch the houses on both sides. You can still feel the dignity and history this neighborhood carries in its legacy as Franz Kafka’s birthplace. Nearby streets are full of kosher restaurants, museums and antique bookstores.
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TravelerTrecker
Houston830 contributions
Oct 2022
This was the first synagogue I visited at the Jewish museum. It tells the history of the Jewish community and traditions since the medieval times and complements very well the history that later describe the Masel, Pinkas, and Spanish synagogues; I think this is the order you have to follow to visit the synagogues.
It is baroque! The ceiling is discrete and the décor is not overwhelming. Very interesting. Don't forget to visit the second floor. The sunlight [projects very well though the windows; it is very nice!
It is baroque! The ceiling is discrete and the décor is not overwhelming. Very interesting. Don't forget to visit the second floor. The sunlight [projects very well though the windows; it is very nice!
Written February 18, 2023
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Thank you for your review and we´ll be pleased to see you again in the museum.
Written February 20, 2023
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Ove S
Jerusalem, Israel622 contributions
Mar 2022
This is a must to visit. A good place to begin the tour of the Jewish area. Dont forget the old cemetary which is just mind boggling....
Written April 1, 2022
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Thank you for your review and we´ll be pleased to see you again in the museum.
Written April 4, 2022
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Chang Percy
Taipei, Taiwan505 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
The interior is splendid. The ceiling is highly ornate. Glass windows are colorful, luminous and well painted. The ark is beautiful.
Written April 26, 2024
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Madkath
Derry, UK336 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
This was the first Synagogue we visited as part of the Jewish museum tour, although the building itself is beautiful, i didn't find the displays on Jewish traditions particularly engaging, I suppose if you're Jewish or interested in Jewish history you would find it more interesting.
Written January 1, 2016
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Thank you for your comment. We are aware however, that exposures are relatively old-fashioned - originated in the years 1995 – 1998. Therefor JMP gradually upgrades them. The new exhibits are moderately represented via modern communication media in the newly opened Maisel synagogue. Reconstruction of other synagogues follows. We are looking forward your next visit.
Written January 15, 2016
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nikko1974UK
London, UK1,428 contributions
Oct 2015 • Solo
This was the last of the buildings I visited in the Jewish quarters. Not sure if it was because I had seen so many magnificent and interesting buildings before but this synagogue did amaze me in any way. There are some beautiful painted glasses and an exhibition in the upper floor. The place was packed and stuffy. Way too many people in there.
Written October 26, 2015
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Thank you for your review, in order to avoid the crowds, you can refer to the crowd table placed on our website. We are very happy that JMP is consistently the most visited museum in the Czech Republic, annually visited by 550.000 to 600.000 visitors. But during the high season, especially during certain hours, such an interest can make your visit less pleasant. thank you for your understanding.
Written October 30, 2015
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Inamarom
Haifa, Israel72 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Anther synagogue included in the Jewish Museum of Prague, in whose courtyard is the ancient cemetery of the Jews of Prague. Very interesting.
Written May 14, 2024
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Perry G
Blairgowrie, UK399 contributions
Jun 2023
there was a lot to see, but I think it is of particular interest to people of that religion as a lot of the information related to rituals etc which I have no knowledge of.
Written August 3, 2023
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Thank you for your review
Written August 4, 2023
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parksvisitor
Maple Grove, MN1,374 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
As I've written in other reviews of the synagogues of the Jewish quarter, they are all must see places because the information and history offered is different for each one. The Klausen synagogue displays items and history of the Jewish faith that I have never seen in person before. All the synagogues and the cemetery are "must see" locations in Prague.
Written June 6, 2023
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Thank you for your review and we´ll be pleased to see you again in the museum.
Written July 3, 2023
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AttitudeAdjuster
Gillingham, UK1,069 contributions
May 2022
One of the synagogues on the standard Jewish Quarter tours, it has a lot of information if you want to study the Jewish way of life, otherwise there isn't a lot to recommend it.
Written May 22, 2022
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Thank you for your review.
Written July 25, 2022
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David D
1,212 contributions
Aug 2021
Located beside the Old Jewish Cemetery, the Klausova Synagogue contains artefacts showing Jewish culture, particularly religious culture. The descriptions here are quite well done.
Written August 19, 2021
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Thank you for your review and we´ll be pleased to see you again in the museum.
Written August 26, 2021
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Hi do you have to book tickets before you arrive or can you get them when you are there?
Written November 2, 2021
HI
we would like to visit on next FRIDAY with ticket 500czk to all 6 Synagogue and Jewish cemetery
wonder is all open for visit ?
Thank you
Written April 22, 2017
jewishmuseuminprague
Prague, Czech Republic
Dear Leneme, yes, if you have a 500 CZK ticket, you can visit all sites.
Written April 28, 2017
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