Religious site
Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue
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Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue, established in 1637 by Dutch Jewish settlers, is the first synagogue built in the Americas. Situated in Recife's historic Recife Antigo neighborhood, the site features a small museum with artifacts and exhibits on Jewish history in Brazil. Visitors can see the original mikvah (ritual bath) and learn about the community's contributions to Recife's development. The synagogue's modest, unassuming exterior belies its profound historical significance as a symbol of religious tolerance and early colonial life.
Don't miss
- Explore the museum with 17th-century artifacts
- See the original mikvah (ritual bath)
- Learn about the history of Jewish settlement in Brazil
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue
You can visit Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
Cheapest way inRecife and Olinda City Tour4.7★ · 12 travelers6-8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$34 per personSee dates →
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