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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...
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From journal Prague Deserves at Least a Week
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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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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.
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From journal A hectic 5 days in Prague
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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....
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From journal I love Prague
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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...
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From journal Prague - A City Rich in History
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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...
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From journal Off-season in Prague
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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...
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From journal Czech Republic: Prague
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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...
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From journal Prague: The Most Magical City