Launceston Synagogue

Launceston Synagogue

The Launceston Synagogue, built in 1844, located in Launceston, Tasmania is a rare example of an Egyptian style synagogue. The style enjoyed a brief period of popularity in the 1840s.

The building is the care of the National Trust of Australia.

External links

* [http://www.monissa.com/photos/launceston_synagogue.html Photographs]


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