The Museo Sefardí occupies the building of Convento de Caballeros de Calatrava, next to the sinagogue "El Tránsito". Commisioned by Samuel-ha-Levi Abulafia (almojarife of the court of King Pedro I de Castilla) in 1537, and considered one of the most beautiful examles of the Toledo mudéjar. The interior shows a huge hall dedicated for praying where the perfect fusion of decorative elements from the theree cultures stands out: hebrew and muslim friezes share space with geometric and plant intricated muslim artworks, and floral and heraldic decorative figures, belonging to the gothic movement. The museum has five halls exhibiting historical, religious and citizenship related items and pieces from the Jewish Age of Spain. It is worth mentioning the Pileta Trilingüe de Tarragona, dating back to the V century, among other pieces of interest like archeological remains, carved sepulcre headstones, and objects representative of Hebrew festivities. Opening Times: 10 to 14h and 16 to 18h Closed on Sunday afternoon and Mondays Address: C/ Samuel Leví, s/n. Contact Phone: 925 223 665 |