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Prague Old Jewish Town
–Welcome to the site devoted to the landmarks and history of the Jewish Prague.
Panoramatic view of the Španělská synagoga (Spanish Synagogue) and Muzeum židovství (Jewish Museum)
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We have prepared a tour of the most interesting view points of the Jewish Prague for you.
Prague has always been related to the Jewish community. According to the historical records the first information on the Jewish inhabitants in Prague come from 1200 AD however it is more probable that they have always lived there.
Prague takes an absolutely exceptional place in the Jewish culture concerning the historical development and the extent of the buildings and landmarks. Despite the fires, wars, pogroms and finally their expulsion from the land, the Jews had managed to build their own district in Prague which they called Josefov in gratitude for the Emperor´s Edicts from the end of the 18th century.
Come with us and discover by means of the articles and finally a complete tourist guide this mysterious town within a town.
The articles are divided into thematic parts:
- In the first part we have prepared general information on Judaism for you.
- In the second part we will introduce the main view points of the Old Jewish Town to you.
- And the third part involves other Jewish landmarks of Prague.
How the site Jewish Prague works:
Description of the Jewish Prague is given in form of the articles that can be found below.
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON JUDAISM:
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Life in the name of the Torah
Jewish traditions and customs
Meaning of „Kosher“
Synagogue
Jewish prayer
Mordechai Maisel
Rabi Löw
Franz Kafka
Noted Jewish Personalities
Legend of Prague´s Golem
History of the Jewish inhabitants in the Czech lands
Sanitation of the Jewish ghetto
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Map of the Old Jewish Town- Josefov in Prague:
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MAIN MONUMENTS OF THE PRAGUE OLD JEWISH TOWN:
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Prague Jewish Town – Josefov (Pražské židovské město)
Maisel Synagogue (Maiselova synagoga)
Pinkas Synagogue (Pinkasova synagoga)
Old Jewish Cemetery (Starý Židovský Hřbitov)
Klausen Synagogue (Klausová synagoga)
Jewish Ceremonial Hall – building of Prague Burial Society
Old New Synagogue (Staronová Synagoga)
Jewish Town Hall (Židovská radnice)
High Synagogue (Vysoká synagoga)
Spanish Synagogue (Španělská synagoga)
Jewish Museum (Židovské muzeum)
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Map of the other Jewish Monuments in Prague:
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Jubilee Synagogue in Jerusalem Street (Jubilejní synagoga v Jerusalémské ulici)
The Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague´s Žižkov(Starý židovský hřbitov na Žižkově)
New Jewish Cemetery (Nový židovský hřbitov)
Smíchov Synagogue (Smíchovská synagoga)
Old Jewish Cemetery in Smíchov (Starý židovský hřbitov na Smíchově)
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DOWNLOAD: Tourist guide PRAGUE PRAGUE CITY LINE 1
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Tourist guide PRAGUE CITY LINE - Prague 1 (7,0 MiB, 19 007 hits)
Prague 1 still belongs to one of the most attractive parts of the whole Prague. Probably nowhere else you can find such a concentration of historic monuments and places where the history and romance of bygone times are all around you. Hardly anywhere you can walk on the same paths where were walking Franz Kafka, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and the Golem of Prague.
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PHOTO GALLERY :
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PRAGUECITYLINE Prague 1
Discover the most beautiful sights of Prague. Review the educational route PRAGUECITYLINE Prague 1. All sights are described with lots of pictures.Click here
Traditional Royal Route
Take the traditional route of Czech kings. Discover the most interesting sights of Prague. Everything is described in articles and accompanied by lots of photos. Click here to get on the page of the Royal Route.
Prague Candy Festival 2017
The sweetest festival of the year in hotel Pyramida! All the sweets lovers are meeting at 8th April 2017 from 12 till 19 pm at hotel Pyramida where the second year of Prague candy festival is held.
ONE-HOUR RIVER CRUISE
A cruise is truly one of the most delightful ways to see the beauties on offer in the historical centre of Prague. During the cruise you will get unforgettable views from the deck, refreshing drinks and a fascinating commented tour.
Old Town Square
Come with us and explore the real heart of Prague. Do you know the secret of the Old Town Astronomical Clock? Do you know where to find the Prague Meridian and the meaning of the crosses on the paving stones? Click here and explore the Old Town Square on your own!
Enjoy a beautiful view of Prague!
The roof terrace restaurant Coda is open to all lovers of great gastronomy and unique views of the city. The terrace offers a 360° view of the entire Prague and looking at all the treasures of the Golden City.
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The Holy Trinity Column
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The Spanish Synagogue – the youngest yet the most beautiful
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