Dobris Synagogue, CZ
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Dobris Synagogue, Central Bohemia
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Location: Středočeský kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 05/10/2011
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Dobris is a town with about 8,612 inhabitants, 40 km south of Prague. It was first mentioned in 1252 in a document signed by King Wenceslas I. Dobris was given town privileges by King Ferdinand I in 1543.
The first synagogue was built in Dobris in 1777. It was used until 1904, when it was converted into a theater and dance hall and later at the gym. The building was demolished after 1960. In 1903 the Jewish community bought a other house and it was rebuilt on a new synagogue.
The building was reconstructed by architect Alois Richter. During the WWII the building was damaged, served as a granary. The building fell into disrepair after the war. In 1955 there was established a community center.
During the reconstruction of the building in the fifties the building lost its Neo-Romance style - a tower was removed, the facade was lost many decorative elements, the main prayer hall ceiling was divided into two floors.
The building serves as a cultural center today too. The first floor hosts exhibitions, concerts on the ground floor, theater and other events. There is the city council meeting also.
Status: Converted to other use
Denomination/Group: Other
Address:
Mirove nam.
Dobris, Czech Republic
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