Jewish Synagogues
XVI & XVII century
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Cannaregio, 2902/b Ghetto vecchio Venice, Veneto 30131 |
+39 41 71 5012 |
There are five synagogues in Venice: two of them (one Spanish and one Levantine) in the old ghetto date from 1500 AD and the other three (German, Canton and Italian) were built in the new ghetto. Longhena built the Spanish synagogue in the 17th century; he also restored the Levantine synagogue. One wall of the Canton synagogue, built in the 16th century, is adorned with paintings portraying Jewish history, including 'The Crossing of the Red Sea'. Services: 9.30a Sa
Nearest Train or Bus:
Guglie linea 52 Actv
Best Modes of Transportation:
Ferry/Boat
Walking
Notes: Nearest vaporetto stops are Guglie (Lines 41/42, 51/52) and San Marcuola (Line 1).
Parking Availability: Limited
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