🌟 Manhattan's Hidden Gem
The "Starry Sky" Synagogue Next to Chinatown ✨ Tucked behind Chinatown's hustle lies Eldridge Street Museum—a time-capsule of Jewish immigrant history with a celestial twist! ⛪️ Gothic Grandeur: Built in 1887 as the first synagogue for Eastern European Jewish immigrants, its arched ceilings, stained glass, and carved woodwork whisper tales of faith and resilience. 🌠 The Heavenly Dome: The starry sanctuary ceiling will steal your breath! Sunlight filters through 12 zodiac-themed windows, bathing the space in ethereal light (3 PM = peak golden hour 📸). 📍 12 Eldridge St, NY 🕙 Wed-Sun 10AM-5PM 🎫 $15 ($12 students) 👗 Pro Tip: Wear light colors to glow in photos! #HiddenNYC #JewishHeritage #ArchitectureLovers #NYCHistory #SacredSpaces