Although the services of the Magen David Synagogue have long stopped, the interior is astonishingly well maintained.

The chequered marble floor, gleaming chandeliers, stained glass windows and ornate floral pillars shipped from Paris enhance its Continental look.

It also contains several other Hebrew inscription along with several other items of Jewish Iconography, including the seven branched lamp stand of the menorah.

The community had five independent synagogues in Kolkata, out of which the Magen David, Neveh Shalome, and Beth El operate to this day.

Magen David and the neighbouring Neveh Shalome are accessible to the public as they are under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India.

The Jewish confectioner and bakery Nahoum's in the New Market holds a special place in Kolkata confectionery.