Comunidad Israelita del Uruguay explained

Building Name:Synagogue of the Uruguayan Jewish Community
Native Name:es|Sinagoga de la Comunidad Israelita del Uruguay
Image Upright:1.4
Location:Centro, Montevideo
Country:Uruguay
Coordinates:-34.9089°N -56.1926°W
Religious Affiliation:Judaism
Rite:Nusach Ashkenaz
Status:Synagogue
Functional Status:Active
Map Type:Uruguay Montevideo
Map Size:250
Map Relief:1
Year Completed:1981

The Synagogue of the Uruguayan Jewish Community (es|Sinagoga de la Comunidad Israelita del Uruguay) is a Jewish congregation and synagogue, located in the Centro neighbourhood of Montevideo, Uruguay.[1]

Overview

The Ashkenazi Jewish community settled in Montevideo in the first decades of the 20th century. This temple opened its doors in 1981.[2] The services are conducted by Chief Rabbi Ben-Tzion Spitz.[3]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Synagogues in Uruguay . Maven . 31 March 2013.
  2. Web site: Kehilá . Synagogue of the Uruguayan Jewish Community . 31 March 2013 . es .
  3. News: Semanario Hebreo . Semanario Hebreo . es .