Europe's largest synagogue is located in Budapest, Hungary. The building was originally completed during 1859. Unfortunately, it was damaged extensively during World War II. Thankfully, due to many private donations, the building was restored in the late 90's.
The synagogue itself was located in the Jewish Ghetto that existed after the Nazis took over the city. Many people went here for refuge during the troubled times. However, the synagogue could not protect the Jewish people from the cold and starvation of the 1944-1945 winter. Over 2,000 people died during this time. These people are now buried in the synagogue's courtyard as a way to honor and remember them.
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| the outside of the synagogue |
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| the synagogue's alter |
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| the floor of the synagogue |
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| a close up of an outside wall |
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| window's inside in the shape of the two tablets of the Ten Commandments |
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