Nice place for those who want to see beautiful architecture & design.

Its such a wonderful place. If you want peace and silent then go there.. spent some times.

The place is under archaeological survey of india and has been beautifully maintained. The gates always remain locked, so one needs to ask the gatekeeper to enter. As it is a jewish worship place, boys are given a small hat(as worn by Jews) to be worn. The caretaker allows 10min for viewing the inside. There is also a place for donation.

Vintage, beautiful and peaceful retreat in the middle of one of the busiest streets in Calcutta!

Its just beautiful..Jewish culture...just worth watching..

The place is in the middle of a wholesale market which is the only part I did not like..Also the security guard allowed us mere 10 minutes to visit the entire area. The synagogue is an architectural marvel considering the time it was built in.It is still well maintained even though the number of Jews in Kolkata is scant.mind blowing place... Need valid id card for entry, and no entry fee required... But You can visit inside the temple only for 10 minutes.very beautiful inside. We had a different experience to visit here. Know about the Jewish community..

This synagogue is an architectural splendor and a reminiscent of the rich Jewish history of Calcutta. The Maghen David Synagogue is not just a religious place, but also a popular tourist destination. It is frequently visited by foreign nationals from across the globe. To reach this place, you need to take any Howrah bound bus/cab and get down near the Portuguese Church. Its located exactly opposite to the Portuguese Church. To enter this beautiful Synagogue, you dont require tickets, but need to take permission from the security guard. He will open the main gate for you, check your government ID proof and will show you the way towards the Synagogue. As per the Jewish Culture, you need to wear the black Kippah after entering the Synagogue, which the caretaker will provide you. The ground floor is the praying zone, where you can sit and feel the calmness of the place. Its a huge area & the intricate carvings and designs on the walls will leave you speechless. You can also see some very tall fans and ceiling lights, which are hard to find in the current era. Now, after leaving the ground floor praying area, there is a staircase that leads you to the first floor. The first floor is the museum section of the Synagogue. Here, you will come across some exquisite paintings and articles pertaining to the history of Calcuttas Jews and this Synagogue in particular. Also, there is a balcony from where you can get a panoramic view of the whole synagogue. Do check out some of the photos shot by me. Highly recommended place to visit in the city of joy. 👍☺️

Renowned to be the second in lineage of the development of synagogues (situated in Kolkata).It has an intricate architecture, both from the interior and exterior point of view, and is beautifully maintained.Point to be noted: carry your valid identity proof to get the entry permit for a visit.

Marvelous place to visit and enjoy the calmness of that place.

Love this place, I would ask every viewer, please go there and feel the taste of Jews culture, and few steps forward you would also find another small synagogue, but please carry a bottle of water in your bag, because the authority is not concerned about drinking water for the visitors. Thank you taste the syncretist culture of Calcutta... Thank you. Have a nice day.

The largest synagogue of Asia, this is one of the best places to experience the Jewish architecture at its best. Built twice and with 3 synagogues nearby it acts as a heritage for both Jews as well as calcuttans of all castes and creed. The magnificent stained glass windows are breathtakingly beautiful and are a sight to behold from inside on a good sunny day. The guides are very cooperative and have a nice treasure trove of information about the synagogue. Do visit the place whenever around this area, its a crowded place but the experience is worth it

Here is a sneak peek to the Jewish synagogues in Kolkata that stood the test of time by the Ganges, since 1856-1911. Presently designated as Heritage. Well hidden from the plain sight in the super-messy Barabazar area of Howrah. Pay a visit and amaze yourself!

Simple and beautiful . Very well maintained . ASI protected site. The Israel govt. help maintain this site as well. Beautiful architecture

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Its a hidden gem in the city of joy. I would say its a must visit. This is a heritage building. The interior is too good. We visited this on a Sunday afternoon around 4pm although youre better advised to visit this before 3pm. Non Jewish people are not allowed on Fridays and Saturdays as these 2 days Jewish rituals are mostly performed. You should carry a national identity proof like your Voter Card, Aadhar card, Pan card as they validate the same. Taking videos are prohibited although no restrictions are there to take photos. I did carry my DSLR and its allowed. Please be informed that you are allowed only for a timespan of 15 minutes at the most.

Very beautiful inside. We had a different experience to visit here. Know about the Jewish community

A building in which Jewish people worship Excellent place... Located at the junction of brabourne road and Canning street. Attractive things are Colorful glass windows, the floral architecture, the wooden door, furniture, lamp stands,lamp shades, wooden balconies, a podium.friday and Saturday closed. At a time allow 4 people, Must visit!!

Nice place...but not open for all

The intricate beauty of the place is mesmerizing and breath-taking. The century old architecture has been taken utmost care and maintained to the detail. Maghen David synagogue is a must to visit place in Kolkata. The decorum and aesthetics makes this place one of the most beautiful places for religious worship.

A beautiful place, serene and peaceful. Entry is only permitted if you have a valid id card. The place is open only for ten minutes. A wonderful place.

What a beautiful place for a peaceful and light environment with legacy of cultural historical relation between Bagdad an India.It a ideal place fo family holiday time spent.

Out of this world amazing... Beautifully restored and maintained with love by local non Jewish community members. This is a great example of the secular melting pot that is India. Highly highly recommended

Jewish synagogue, in heart of city, amazing architecture not to miss , you can take permission before clicking photos . Each detail is worth appreciating.

One of the oldest synagogues of Kolkata which was renovated last year. It still shows the grandeur and memories of what it was whe Kolkata had a big Jewish population.

Calm place with nice behavior staff and well maintained building

An absolute hidden gem located in the midst of a very crowded & congested market.... One just cant imagine what there is inside this place by just looking the outer atmosphere.... The guide is also very friendly...Please carry Aadhar Card or any id proof to get permission to enter .One can spend 10-15 minutes inside the prayer hall.Still photography is allowed, videography is not.Preferable timings for visiting this place:- 2pm-3pmAvoid Fridays and Saturdays.

One of the oldest Jewish monument of Calcutta

Its a marvelous creation, located at the junction of Canning Street and Braborne Road. Local people are unaware of this place.

Flawless Architecture & fabulous maintenance ....A Hidden gem of Calcutta ...Oldest synagogue in India

Mind blowing place... Need valid id card for entry, and no entry fee required... But You can visit inside the temple only for 10 minutes...

The place is under archaeological survey of india and has been beautifully maintained. The gates always remain locked, so one desires to invite the gatekeeper to go into. As its miles a jewish worship location, boys are given a small hat(as worn with the aid of Jews) to be worn. The caretaker permits 10min for viewing the inside. there is additionally a place for donation.

The synagogue was built in 1884 by  Elias David Ezra in memory of his father David Joseph Ezra, who made his fortune in the real estate trade of Kolkata. Elias David Joseph Ezra is associated with some of the well known buildings of Kolkata including Esplanade Mansion, Ezra Mansion and Chowringhee Mansion. Ezra Street is also named after him.The synagogue is built in the Italian Renaissance style with a brick red finish.Its a very beautiful architecture, and the only place to witness Italian Renaissance architecture in Kolkata.Loved it !!!

Feels some spirituality when u enter in to this monastry. Positive vibes

It is magnificent,situated at canning street, known as, one of the crowded area of Kolkata, but when youre inside the synagogue, you wont even remember that youre in Barabazar. Beautifully decorated synagogue, made by Elias David Ezra in 1884, who also build, esplanade mansion, and chowrangee mansion. The Aspe is studded with stars ,which represent heaven in Jewish culture. Its closed on Saturday for prayer. Carry an ID card while visiting. Its mandatory.

Built in 1884 the Magen David, or the Shield of David, Synagogue...It is located on one of the busiest crossing of Calcutta Kolkata and its 140 feet high clock tower still dominates the skyline...sadly not many Kolkatans are aware of its existence and it is often mistaken as a church...Although the services of the Magen David Synagogue have long stopped but the interior are astonishingly well maintained...the chequered marble floor, gleaming chandeliers, stained glass windows create a stunning atmosphere...The alter of the Magen David Synagogue is crowned with a Apse (Half Dome) studded with stars...it represents the heaven...the large plaque in the middle contain the “Ten Commandments...”

Maghen David Synagogue (prayer hall of judaism) is the second operating Synagogue in kolkata. It was build in year 1844 by Eliyas David Ezra. It is now ASI protected monuments a very beautiful architecture which display Italian Renaissance style.It is open for public visit, without any entry fee.It is open from 10 am to 4 pmLunch break from 1 pm to 2 pmSunday to Thursday..Friday & Saturday full closed..

Today we went there around 11 am. The security guard was not willing to open the gates. Ultimately we could convince him that he must shake his lethargy and open it for visitors, as it was not mentioned that the synagogue remains closed on Friday. But finally when we managed to enter it was a blissful experience and Anwar, the caretaker, was very friendly and cooperative.

A beauty to behold. This place should be visited more often by people roaming kolkata.

Synagogue is closed on Friday and saturday for visitors.. plan accordingly while going for a visit.. beautiful place

Place is really nice. but stuff behavior is very bad. they harassed tourist. yesterday we 3 friends visited this place at 2p.m, security guard told us its lunch time so pls came 2.30 p.m. after 2.30 p.m he said its closed due to covid. So you wont see it now, then we told him tell us the reason If its closed, why did you tell us to came at 2.30 p.m? Then after some argument they let us in there. Finally we visited this place.

Well maintained and peacefull place, but you need any id card to enter

Good place for peace and good architecture

It opens 10-5 pm everyday. Other religions not allowed at the time of morning prayer. You take any identity card with you otherwise they Dont allow you to go inside.

One of the ASI site of kolkata. Local sellers occupied the entire pavement and some times they hangs their products on the main entrance of Maghen David. Interior is just outstanding and to visit the place prior permission is required.

Ive been there and believe me, I never went to such a beautiful place..

Jewish place of worship in a Muslim dominated area. The true spirit of cosmopolitan Kolkata. Unfortunately though entry was restricted. Located in a busy street.

Most peaceful religious in the world.

One of the heritage buildings in Kolkata and one of the remnants of the once thriving Jewish community in Kolkata. Opens at 10 in the morning.

Quick Service Laundry and Trinayani Cosmetics...

Extremely crowded Market place. One should either visit this area before 10 am or on Sundays and Holidays in order to get some respite from the chaotic crowd and traffic

Great,our heritage.Take your identity proof if u want to enter

Hidden treasures of Kolkata...

A synagogue that tops them all

A protected monument by the Archeological Survey of India... Located at Brabourne Road, Calcutta... The staff are very polite and cooperative...

Nice architecture but surroundings is very conjugated.

Very beautiful place with peace all around

Kolkatas first Synagog : prayer place for Jews..

Serene

It is situated near canning street. Here its name pair church.All other religions men also get mental peace by seeing their jointly prayers to their God.

Pleasure to watch ancient creativity

Built in the nineteenth century, the synagogue is very well maintained till date. There is a lovely garden outside. However we were not allowed to enter the holy place as renovation was going on. Securitywise it is quite protected as there are several close circuit cameras all around. It wont be overrated to praise the responsibility of the security guard.

Security gurde is strict. We went there at 2.10 he told me to come 3pm. 10 minutes maximum for a single visit. U can take pictures only.

An amazing place. We were pleasantly surprised to see the place so beautifully maintained. A must-visit for Kolkata visitors

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This place has great historical significance. Art lovers and people interested in history will love the place . Reaching the location can be quite tricky for people unfamiliar with the area . Uber will drop you on the main road and from thereon you will have to walk on foot. Make sure you dont get lost. Better to have a person with you who knows the location.

Lovely place to Visit in kolkatta

Nice place, feeling calm inside the temple.,Well decorated.I suggest everyone to visit the place once in a life whenever came in kolkata

It was really a very nice place. One of the must visit place in Kolkata. Loved the ambience

Peace and solefull place ..

So peaceful and neat and clean.

Kolkatas hidden gem. A beautiful synagogue built almost one and a half century back. The stunning interiors is to die for. Carry id proof for entering.

Great architecture. Dont have the facility of car parking. Sunday open. Always carry photo id proof because gate keep will ask for that. No entry fees or any other charges for photography.

One of the hidden gem of North Kolkata. A great heritage and the place is under Archiological Survey of India. A visitor need to show his any one government issued identity card for to enter. Entry is completely free. Photography is totally allowed. But times for visiting are limited.

Best place... Beautiful decorated with rich heritage, but only few know about it and dont forget your physical ID proof along with you for entrance

A great place with excellent antiquity and greater appearence...a largely founded jews church for jews of the kolkata and of eastern region to worship on late 1800s.A kind tourist attraction by the baghdadi jews to worship and outscale to vision the greater hope next day;Magen David Synagouge for its brilliant artitechture with its annex.

Historical place. And very very beautiful and still maintained as such. Very striking interiors deep with meaning.

This place is a hiddwn gem everything about this place and very interesting. If you want to know about the history of the Jewish culture visit this place. Apart from this place is rhe largest synogogue in kolkata.

Good place for visit. Closed on Friday and Saturday for Non-jewish people. Prior permission needed for vising in groups of more than 4 people. Everyone must carry an identity card.

A synagogue of the Jews. Only 20-22 Jews still live in Kolkata. It is an old and majestic architecture. A place worths mention and visit. It is serene and spiritual.

Natural and sperechual peyar hall simitic religious person.

The place is in the middle of a wholesale market which is the only part I did not like..Also the security guard allowed us mere 10 minutes to visit the entire area. The synagogue is an architectural marvel considering the time it was built in.It is still well maintained even though the number of Jews in Kolkata is scant.

The century old architecture has been taken utmost care and maintained to the detail. Maghen David synagogue is a must to visit place in Kolkata.

Masterpiece of 19th century architecture... Fusion on Anglo-French architecture....

Beautiful place. Inner peace can be explored

This place has wonderful architectural features and many other historical things to explore.

Good placeGood infrastructureGood locationGood transport facilityFacility and service is awesome............ ...Light and room are awesome...................

Literally means Star of David built in1884. Very well kept , heritage of my city Kolkata.

Beautifully maintained by Archaeological Survey of India. This synagogue was made for the jews in Kolkata, India. Elias David Ezra made this in memory of his father David Joseph Ezra in 1884.This architecture is a marvellous ​piece of art. The altar, roof, windows all have a touch of Belgian glass imported from Brussels. This is something really beautiful that will make anyone be awestruck!

Its close on Friday and Saturday . Its open only Monday to Thursday from 10am to 04 pm only. Nice place.

So nice to see this place. Beautiful...

A wonderful place to see and to be be and experience the awesome Jewish Aura.

1. Carry your ID card2. Closed Friday & Saturday for non-jewis3. You are allowed only 10-15 mins inside, plan prior. Opens at 9:30 am4. No Entry Fees, photography allowed5. No car parkingApprox 25 Jews remains in Kolkata now, Still very well maintained , It is the largest synagogue in Asia. It is situated Burra Bazar area .. Worth your visit ..

A very old synagogue but never been inside. It is located almost on Brabourne road (now BTM SARANI) and Canning Street crossing. A very beautiful and grand structure of Kolkata, adding to its beauty.

Very Much Well Maintained, A Few Left Jewish Prayer Halls in Kolkata, curved with many Enigmatic Inscriptions & History.. A must watch for Our Citys Glorious Lost Past..

Wondering about its architecture and the ambience. Worth visit

It is near canning st and bourbon road crossing.2 minutes from rampuria market.you will get bus from sealdah and howrah for this place.

Great place to visit

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This place does not have fixed timings on Saturday.We went seeing timings from Google but the gate keeper said its closed and asked us to come another day!! I think he wanted us to pay money.We had to return without entering

Magen David Synagogue is built in the year 1884. It is the largest synagogue in Asia. It is situated Burra Bazar area. Inside the synagogue interior is amazing. The synagogue is open for all. It is two stories building. This synagogue is very good place for tourists.