Klausen Synagogue, Prague

Conveniently situated right at the entrance to the Old Jewish Cemetery, this baroque synagogue offers an enriching experience through its permanent exhibitions. It's an absolute delight for connoisseurs of Czech Jewish culture, offering a glimpse into daily life and the significance of the High Holidays. Constructed at the close of the 17th century, it rose from the ashes of not one, not two, but three modest buildings—a synagogue, a school, and a ritual bath—all claimed by a fiery inferno that engulfed the ghetto in 1689.

Adjacent to the Klausen Synagogue, the Ceremony Hall provides an experience that's positively sedate. Here, visitors can explore a collection of Jewish funeral artifacts, from ancient gravestones to medical apparatuses, all meticulously curated. Of special note are the displays dedicated to the activities of the Jewish Burial Society, brought to life through a plethora of exquisite artifacts and paintings, showcasing their important role in the community.