The place where the Jews people go for praying is known as a 'Synagogue'. The Jewish synagogue in Kochi or Cochin of Kerala is an architectural wonder. It is said to be constructed in 1568 AD and was renovated in later period. This Jewish synagogue has very beautiful hand-painted Chinese floor tiles and Belgian chandeliers. It is situated near the Dutch Palace of the Rajas or kings of Kochi. These Hindu kings offered their liberal patronage to the Jews and the synagogue. The area surrounding the synagogue in Kochi is called Jewtown. There are many spice shops selling pepper, cardamom, nutmegs and cloves near this crowded and congested area of the synagogue. |