Jewish quarter
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Attractions
Convent of St. Agnes
When you are in Prague’s Jewish Quarter (you should be at some point on your trip), you should ensure that…
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History
The Jewish Heritage of Prague
Two thousand years ago, the Romans expelled the Jews from Israel (the Holy Land). However: "The Torah was their sanctuary…
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Walking Tours
Jewish Quarter Walk
Tour starts at the Rudolfinum and ends at the Old Town square. From as early as the 10th century, Jews…
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Attractions
Prague’s Synagogues
The Old-New Synagogue - known as the oldest synagogue in Europe, this building dates back to the late 13th century…
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Attractions
Old Jewish Quarter
The Jewish quarter is a small area known as Josefov, named after Emperor Josef II, whose reforms helped to ease…
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City Quarters
Josefov
Josefov, formerly Jewish Town, came into being from a settlement of Jewish traders and moneychangers that was adjacent to the…
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