The Ghriba Synagogue of Djerba

The Ghriba Synagogue of Djerba

Year
2019
Face Value
1.50
Mint Value
1.00 €
Used Value
0.55 €
Print Run
300000
Themes
Sites and landscapes
This stamp highlights the Ghriba Synagogue, located in Djerba, one of the oldest and famous Jewish places of worship in the world. The interior illustration reveals the remarkable architecture of the building, decorated with typical blue earthenware and Moorish arcades which testify to a rich artistic mix. By devoting a broadcast to this national monument, Tunisia reaffirms its plural identity and its centuries-old tradition of religious tolerance. It is a tribute to the peaceful coexistence of communities and the preservation of a spiritual heritage which attracts pilgrims from all over the world every year to the heart of the “island of tolerance”.