Luis de Torres Synagogue
| Luis De Torres Synagogue | |
|---|---|
| Basic information | |
| Location |
East Sunrise Highway Freeport, Bahamas |
| Affiliation | Reform Judaism |
| Website | Freeport Hebrew Congregation |
| Architectural description | |
| Completed | 1972 |
Luis De Torres Synagogue is the only synagogue in the Bahamas.[1] Named after Luis de Torres, a Jewish Marrano who sailed with Christopher Columbus to the new world, it is situated between two churches.[2]
References
- ↑ Krusch, David. "Jewish Virtual Library:The Bahamas". Retrieved 2007-05-29.
- ↑ Kramer, Lauren (22 January 2009). "Bahama Manna". The Jewish Exponent. Retrieved 25 May 2010.
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