Mád Synagogue
Mád Synagogue
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Mad Synagogue is a rare example of beautiful and now rare Hungarian synagogue architecture. Situated on a hill overlooking the majestic vineyards of the Tokaj Hegyalja region, it is one of the oldest surviving synagogues in Hungary. Built in 1795. The Yesiva building next to the Synagogue is renovated in 2016 and
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laczkozsu
Debrecen, Hungary2,326 contributions
Aug 2021
This beautiful Baroque synagogue served the local Jewish community for over 150 years. It was built in 1795. (We saw the date carved into the front gate). It’s one of the most beautiful synagogues of Hungary. It was renovated between 2002-2004. Inside it has an intimate atmosphere. In the central area 130 people can sit. We could buy tickets in the Rabbi’s house, nearby, where there’s an exhibition, too. I think, it’s a unique, so it’s worth a visit.
Written August 17, 2021
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joanneveit
Edmonton, Canada15 contributions
Aug 2019
Perhaps because it was in bad physical shape at the end of WWII, the Madi synagogue is one of the very few, if not only, rural synagogues that remained as a potential house of worship rather than being converted to some municipal purpose. Almost everyone should take advantage of this sad anomaly: as a Roman Catholic, I appreciated the church architecture lesson one receives from the water purification basin at the entrance, and the lit, red, lamp, to the four columned raised Torah reading platform, all of which were adapted in classical church architecture. As a lover of furmint wine, I appreciated the very informative, inter-active, history of Jewish contribution to the development of the Hungarian wine industry as an international reality. As a North American who never lived through pogroms and the worse bestialties of anti-Semitic activity in the 1930s and 1940s, I learned some regional Chasidic history lessons in the displays at the rabbi's house. A sobering, but necessary, experience.
(Except for the occasional times when the synagogue is used for religious events, no dress code applies to men or women.)
(Except for the occasional times when the synagogue is used for religious events, no dress code applies to men or women.)
Written September 9, 2019
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majormajor2017
Budapest, Hungary62 contributions
Jun 2020
really worth visiting, an important piece of history, even if you're not familiar with Hasidic Judaism, this is still worthwhile
Written June 22, 2020
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Zoya B
Netanya, Israel14 contributions
Aug 2018
For the second time I have been attending this synagogue of the 18th century. And again, as for the first time, it's impossible to hold back tears.
Once the center of Jewish life in eastern Hungary, during the Second World War, Mad had lost all of his Jewish population deported to the death camps. The synagogue and the house of the rabbi were slowly decrepit without supervision. However, the Hungarian government restored both the synagogue and the house of the rabbi, making it carefully and professionally. And now Hebrew sounds again, and the place is again alive.
Once the center of Jewish life in eastern Hungary, during the Second World War, Mad had lost all of his Jewish population deported to the death camps. The synagogue and the house of the rabbi were slowly decrepit without supervision. However, the Hungarian government restored both the synagogue and the house of the rabbi, making it carefully and professionally. And now Hebrew sounds again, and the place is again alive.
Written August 27, 2018
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travelseeker50
ny108 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
If you are in the Tokaj region of Hungary, you should visit the Mád Synagogue. It is no longer in use except for special programs and serves as a memorial of the large jewish population that once lived in this area. Bimha and ark, ceiling and seats have been preserved. Building structure has been fixed. There is no Torah there. When there is a special service a rabbi brings the torah to the synagogue. Outside there is nothing to show it is a synagogue, except a small plaque beside the entrance door. There is a small museum next door where they have short videos explaining jewish life. There is a small entrance fee and you can take a short tour of the one room synagogue.
Written September 4, 2018
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love2travelthevelt
New York City, NY49 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
It pays to pay a visit and go into the synagogue, Its so beautiful and awesome acoustics. The center has a museum and gorgeous places to sleep. Highly recommended.
Written April 20, 2018
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Tkonik
Warsaw, Poland118 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Beautiful place to visit, short movie as an introduction, worth to spend a night in rabbi house, interesting for children. Also worth to have a walk through Mad,visit Jews cemetery.
Written July 26, 2017
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PRETZEL
Budapest, Hungary12 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
Mad synagogue is a fine example of the rich jewish heritage that was once in this neck of the woods. Many of the hasidic dynasties originate from around here or connected through marriage. Many famous rabbis lived nearby. The area has many cemeteries including one in Mad. In these cemeteries are interned many grand rabbis. The synagogue and the rabbis house next door have been renovated and preserved in a wonderful manner. The synagogue is unique with it's baroque style, and when in it one can feel the wealth of the community as was. Knowledgeable guide is available in the rabbi's house next to the shul.
Written July 1, 2019
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Roam40967074401
2 contributions
Aug 2018
Very beautiful and inspiring place . They have maintained the shul with great dignity . A meaningful shul to pray in
Written June 27, 2019
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cukidio
Florida309 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
Call ahead to make sure it is open. We were there on a Sunday and it required a special call to open it. Explanation is in Hungarian.
Written September 11, 2017
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Can we come and visit on Wednesday or Thursday...we will be in Kerestir Wednesday night
Written August 27, 2019
You may visit any day except Sabbath and Jewish Holidays. Contact tel number +36 30 925 1808. Also visit website csodarabbikutja hu
Written August 28, 2019
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