Nagykőrös Synagogue The altar of the Synagogue is depicted on the HUF 110 denomination of the series of special stamps and the first day cover shows the building of the Synagogue, with its roof ornament as a highlighted motif. The postmark is a graphic composition composed of stars of David. The first synagogue in Nagykőrös was consecrated on 7 September 1817. The building, however, was badly damaged in the 1911 earthquake and a new structure had to be erected in its place. The Synagogue on the corner of Rákóczi and Patay Streets was consecrated on 27 August 1925. It was designed by the architect Lajos Molnár and the construction works were overseen by the engineer György Szarvas. The Torah Ark from the old synagogue was incorporated into the new building, and the old rabbi’s seat and several decorated pews were installed in there. The Synagogue was damaged during the Second World War, but those who returned did the most important restoration works. On the 80th anniversary of the consecration of the Synagogue the chandeliers were renovated and the restored memorial plaque to the heroes of the First World War was unveiled. (Source: www.nagykoros.hu)