Tallinn Synagogue

Tallinn Synagogue

The Tallinn Synagogue was established in 2007 and is currently the most modern synagogue in the city of Tallinn. It has a long history — during World War II, the Jewish community in Tallinn was destroyed and the synagogue was bombed. In the following years of the war, a small number of local Jews returned to Tallinn and joined Russian Jewish organizations, but the Soviet regime prohibited any public Jewish religious ceremonies.

It was not until Estonia regained independence in 1991 that a real Jewish community began to be rebuilt here. Initially, a Jewish Cultural Center was established, followed by the creation of a Jewish school. In 2000, with the appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Kot as the Chief Rabbi of Estonia, the Tallinn Synagogue was subsequently built in 2007 as a prayer center for members of the Jewish faith.

With the opening of the Tallinn Synagogue to the public, the Jewish community has once again become a focal point. This hall, which can accommodate 200 people, not only provides religious services and hosts celebrations of Jewish festivals but also offers Jewish cuisine. Additionally, baptisms and exhibitions related to Jewish culture are held here.

Tallinn Synagogue

Must-visit reason: The most modern synagogue in Tallinn

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Estonia[Estonia]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Harju County [Harju County]

City where the attraction is located: Tallinn [Tallinn]