Jewish Quarter, A timeless journey through Jewish history
Jesefov, Prague 1
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Introduction
The Jewish Quarter of Prague is located in the Old Town district and was where the Jewish people were segregated and expelled to in the 13th century. It contains historically significant buildings and sites such as the oldest Jewish synagogue in Europe, the Old New Synagogue built in 1270, as well as the Maisel Synagogue, the Spanish Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue, the Old Jewish Cemetery, and the Jewish Museum made up of the Klaus Synagogue. Famous author Franz Kafka's residence and birthplace are also in this area. The Old Jewish Cemetery holds thousands of Renaissance and Baroque-style tombstones, which is a notable feature of the district. Address Jesefov, Prague 1
Transportation Tram 17 and 18, Staroměstská station; Metro A (Green Line), Staroměstská station; Bus 207, Staroměstská station.
Famous attractions include the Old Jewish Cemetery
