The Menorah Church

The Menorah Church is located in Apeldoorn, Netherlands. The church was built in the early 20th century as a synagogue for the Jewish community in Apeldoorn.

The building was designed by architect J.H. Gosschalk and completed in 1912. It served as a place of worship and cultural center for the Jewish community until World War II, when many Jews were deported to concentration camps.

After the war, the church was abandoned and left to deteriorate. In the 1970s, a group of local residents formed a committee to restore the building and convert it into a church. The Menorah Church was officially consecrated in 1983 and has since become a popular tourist destination and place of worship.

The Menorah Church is an example of Neo-Renaissance architecture, characterized by its ornate facade and Gothic-inspired arches. The building's design was influenced by the Jewish architectural style of the time, which often featured ornate decorations and symbolic motifs.

The church's exterior features a large Menorah sculpture above the entrance, as well as intricate stone carvings and ornate decorations. The interior is equally impressive, with:

• Stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible
• Intricate mosaics on the walls and floor