JEWISH SYNAGOGUE

Jewish Synagogue,Mattancherry built in A D 1568. Great scrolls of the Old Testament (Bible) and copper plates in which the grants of privilege to Jews from Cochin rulers were carved are preserved here.
Chinese hand-painted tiles are another attraction. Finely-wrought gold and silver crowns gifted to the synagogue by various patrons are also displayed.
This, the only Synagogue in India has a nostalgic past of a Jewish Diaspora.
A few Jew families are still residing in Kochi and its suburbs reciprocating the love and affection of this land. Besides, preserving the Synagogue is also their mission. Years back, hundreds of families were here, but for them the call of roots were irresistible.
Visitors permitted from 10 am to 12 am and from 3 pm to 5 pm. Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
Location : Mattancheri, 8km off Kochi. Bus , boat services( from High Court jetty ) available.