
Serbia is home to synagogues built using the Art Nouveau style, late neoclassicism, as well as traditional ones with Art Nouveau features, considered some of the best achievements of Viennese and Pest architects. The absence of strict regulations and restrictions on the construction of religious buildings showed the desire to be in line with the times, but also with the local tendencies. Different buildings testify to the fact that the form can change and fascinate, but that the essence of faith is always in dedication, loyalty and understanding.
The synagogues in Subotica, Belgrade, Novi Sad and Niš are also worth visiting. Many of them have a new purpose today as venues for cultural events.
Despite the enormous challenges it has faced throughout history, the Jewish community and its customs, art and religion have left an indelible mark, adding to the richness of Serbia’s cultural heritage.

Sukat Shalom Synagogue, Belgrade, 20th century
Sukat Shalom, the “shelter of peace”, the synagogue of the Jewish community of Belgrade, was built in 1925 and today is the only temple in Belgrade and in Serbia.

Synagogue, Novi Sad, 20th century
One of the largest synagogues in this part of Europe is located in Novi Sad. It was built in 1909 in the art nouveau style. Today it represents a cultural and historical entity of great importance.

Synagogue, Subotica, 20th century
The synagogue in Subotica, built in 1902 in the Art Nouveau style, has retained its sacred purpose. It is characterised by bold and for that time modern architectural solutions and stained glass decorations.

Synagogue, Niš, 20th century
After the mass exodus of Jews in the Second World War, Niš was practically left without members of this religious community, and the synagogue in Niš was without its believers. In order to save the synagogue from further deterioration, it received another purpose and became a “temple of culture”.