Sinagoga del Tránsito
About This Museum
What truly sets the Sinagoga del Tránsito apart isn't just its age, but the breathtaking artistic declaration made within its walls. Built in the 14th century under Samuel ha-Levi Abulafia, this former synagogue is a stunning monument to Toledo's history of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim coexistence. Its single, soaring prayer hall is completely enveloped by intricate Mudéjar stuccowork, featuring Hebrew inscriptions praising King Pedro I and dazzling geometric patterns that reach up to a magnificent wooden artesonado ceiling. Today, it serves as the home of the Sephardic Museum, deepening the story told by its architecture.
Collection Highlights
The museum's collection brings the space to life with ancient tombstones inscribed in Hebrew, ceremonial objects like menorahs and Torah adornments, and fascinating documents that trace the diaspora of Sephardic Jews after their expulsion from Spain in 1492.
Visitor Information
Give yourself time here—you'll want to simply sit on a bench and absorb the overwhelming detail of the walls before diving into the museum's narrative. It’s located right in the heart of Toledo's historic Jewish quarter, making it an easy and essential stop on any walk through the city.
Architecture & Building
A masterwork of Mudéjar architecture, characterized by its lavish interior covered in ornate stucco decoration, intricate arabesques, and Hebrew calligraphic friezes set beneath a superb coffered cedar ceiling.
Contact & Location
Address: Sinagoga del Tránsito, Paseo del Tránsito, Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha, 45002, España
Phone: +34 925 12 79 61
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