Larnaca Synagogue
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The Larnaca Synagogue or Great Synagogue of Cyprus, also known as the Cyprus Central Synagogue, is a Hasidic Jewish congregation and synagogue, that is located at Apollodorou 4, in Larnaca, Cyprus. Designed in the Modernist style, the synagogue was completed in 2005.[1] It is the largest and oldest of the five synagogues in Cyprus. The synagogue was inaugurated on 12 September 2003.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Overview
The synagogue is affiliated with the Orthodox denomination, but welcomes Jews from other denominations and visitors of all backgrounds.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
Until its opening, Cyprus was the only EU nation without an active synagogue. Chief Rabbi of Israel Yona Metzger told a crowd at the inauguration ceremony, "This is a historic event for Cyprus. We are very happy Cyprus is open to all religions."[2] Cypriot Education Minister Pefkios Georgiades said, "Cyprus is a state where all religions are tolerated and we welcome the Jewish synagogue." The ceremony included the inauguration of a Torah scroll and the laying of the cornerstone for a mikveh.
See also
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