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Tempio Maggiore di Roma (Great Synagogue of Rome)

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Tempio Maggiore di Roma (Great Synagogue of Rome)

Rome, Italy

4.6

Rome's own unique riteHistoric

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About this place

Rome's Great Synagogue, built 1901-1904 in an eclectic style with a distinctive square aluminum dome - the only square dome on Rome's skyline. Home to the unique Italian prayer rite, one of the oldest continuous liturgical traditions in the world, predating the destruction of the Second Temple.

Prayer nusach

Italian rite (Nusach Italki)

Address

Lungotevere de' Cenci, 00186 Roma

Hours

Attending services generally requires advance registration and ID for security reasons

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Prayer Times

Weekday, Shabbat and holiday servicesCheck with the community

Please note: Example schedule only - please verify with the Jewish Community of Rome before visiting

Last updated: 2026-10-04

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