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Josefov, Prague, Czech Republic 110 00

Featured Review : As beautiful as much of the city is, the Jewish ghetto is a reminder of the horrors of WWII that were endured my the Jewish community of Czechoslovakia. After enjoying the beautiful architecture of Prague, I recommend v...See Full Review

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Josefov (Jewish Quarter)

  • 2 out of 5 stars by Wasatch from heber ctity, Utah
  • February 15, 2007
Quote: The old Jewish ghetto occupies the banks of the great curve of the Vltava, just north of Stare Mesto. Several ancient synagogues, going back to the mid-15th century, still stand. Along with the old cemetery, they are about all that is left... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Prague Deserves at Least a Week

Prague's Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

  • 4 out of 5 stars by tracineb from Amesbury, Massachusetts
  • September 5, 2005
Quote: This tour spans the riverfront and depicts homes, artwork, history, culture, religious gathering places, and the history of the people in the city. Shops and tearooms also adorn the tour area, with plenty of local dining fare.

From journal Prague, Czech Republic

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The Jewish Quarter

  • 4 out of 5 stars by MichaelJM from Nottingham, England
  • December 19, 2004
The Jewish Quarter
Quote: No one else wanted to view the Jewish Quarter, but I was determined to visit this remarkable sector, so I set off on my own. I bought a multi-admission ticket from the Old Jewish Cemetery, and this was my starting position. This was the original... Read the full Josefov review

From journal A hectic 5 days in Prague

Josefov--Jewish Quarter

  • 5 out of 5 stars by rossiste from Seattle, Washington, Afghanistan
  • December 1, 2004
Josefov--Jewish Quarter
Quote: The Jewish Quarter in Prague is not to be missed. You can pay for the individual sites or for a full ticket that costs 500 crowns ($21.37), if I remember correctly. It gets you entry into the major synagogues, as well as the museum and cemetery.... Read the full Josefov review

From journal I love Prague

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Klaus, Spanish & Maisel Synagogues

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Mutt from Ankara, Turkey
  • September 29, 2004
Klaus, Spanish & Maisel Synagogues
Quote: The lesser sites of the Jewish Museum provide a fascinating insight into various aspects the life of the Jews of Prague.The Klausová Synagóga, next to Starý Židovský Hřbitov (Old Jewish Cemetery) was built by Mordechai Maisel in 1573, and originally... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Prague’s Jewish Ghetto: Exotic Museum for an Inextinguishable Race

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Josefov

  • 4 out of 5 stars by aussiemate from Melbourne, Australia
  • July 16, 2001
Josefov
Quote: As beautiful as much of the city is, the Jewish ghetto is a reminder of the horrors of WWII that were endured my the Jewish community of Czechoslovakia. After enjoying the beautiful architecture of Prague, I recommend visiting the Jewish quarter... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Prague - A City Rich in History

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Josefov - Jewish Quarter

  • 4 out of 5 stars by viajera67 from New York, New York
  • June 29, 2001
Josefov - Jewish Quarter
Quote: Josefov - or the Jewish Quarter of Prague - is a must see! Unlike Jewish quarters and ghettos in other towns (depicting Jewish poverty and hardship), Josefov is a vibrant community with many lovely temples, and is right near a classy shopping... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Off-season in Prague

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Stary Zidovsky Hrbitov

  • 3 out of 5 stars by kylebarber from Seattle, Washington
  • December 11, 2000
Stary Zidovsky Hrbitov
Quote: Easily the most haunting sight in Prague is of Stary Zidovsky Hrbitov, the Jewish cemetery. All of the Jews in Praha were relegated to a small section of town, and could only be buried in this small patch of land. There are approximately 12,000... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Czech Republic: Prague

Prague's Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Stavvy from San Clemente, California
  • July 20, 2000
Quote: The emotional impact of the Old Jewish Cemetery and it's extensive, compacted gravestones (where some 100,000 were buried over the years), along with many of the remnants and children's artwork of those poor souls sent to nearby Teresienstadt... Read the full Josefov review

From journal Prague: The Most Magical City