Old Jewish cemetery in Prague
About
The old Jewish cemetery, which now serves as one of the interesting attractions of the Czech Republic, was the burial place for Jews of various classes and statuses from 1439 to 1787. Here lie the souls of ordinary weavers, barbers, and shopkeepers, as well as figures whose names are now known to many Jews.
For instance, one of the most legendary figures is Judah Loew - a rabbi, scholar, and Kabbalist, who according to legend, created a stone monster known as the Golem.
In total, there are about 12,000 graves on the small cemetery grounds. And these are only those that have managed to be preserved to this day.
Upon arriving here, it is recommended to first visit the ceremonial hall located at the entrance to the cemetery, built in 1906, where drawings by children once imprisoned in the "Terezin" concentration camp are now displayed.
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Endroit émouvant, le manque de soleil se prête bien au lieu rempli d'histoire

Sin duda, recomiendo visitar este cementerio y su sinagoga. Precio asequible.

Very interesting and beautiful place.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Old Jewish cemetery?Old Jewish cemetery is located at Široká, 3, 110 00, Prague, Czech Republic.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Tram stop Královský letohrádek (1.06 km walk)
- Bus stop Prague Wilsonova Bus Station (1.4 km walk)
- Subway station Malostranská (590 m walk)
- Subway station Náměstí Republiky (817 m walk)
- Train station Prague Main Railway Station (1.45 km walk)
- How is Old Jewish cemetery rated by visitors?Old Jewish cemetery has an average rating of 4.1 based on 1,180 reviews across platforms such as Google.
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