Garnethill Synagogue
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The Garnethill Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogues located in Garnethill, Glasgow, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. Completed in 1881, the historic synagogue is considered the 'cathedral synagogue' of Scotland.[1]
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Orthodox Judaism |
Rite | Nusach Ashkenaz |
Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Synagogue |
Status | Active |
Location | |
Location | 129 Hill Street, Garnethill, Glasgow, Scotland |
Country | United Kingdom |
Location of the synagogue in Scotland | |
Geographic coordinates | 55°52′2″N 4°16′4″W |
Architecture | |
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Type | Synagogue architecture |
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Date established | c. 1823 (as a congregation) |
Groundbreaking | 1879 |
Completed | 1881 |
Specifications | |
Direction of façade | East |
Capacity | 580 worshipers |
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Listed Building – Category A | |
Official name | 129 HILL STREET AND 29 GARNET STREET, HILL STREET SYNAGOGUE |
Type | Listed Building |
Designated | 27 November 1979 |
Reference no. | LB33040 |
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