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Explore the Heart of Jewish Culture in Venice, Italy Through Our Engaging Travel Blogs

Step into the exciting streets of Venice with us, where every corner boasts a story waiting to be discovered. Our curated collection of travel blogs, featuring pieces like "The Jewish Story of Venice, Italy" and "10 Must-Visit Jewish Heritage Sites Around the World in 2024," invites you on an enchanting journey through the city's rich Jewish heritage. These blogs are your gateway to exploring hidden gems and celebrated landmarks alike, all through the eyes of locals and travelers passionate about unearthing the true spirit of Venice. From bustling markets in the Jewish quarter to serene moments in historic synagogues, our stories capture the essence of what makes this city a treasure trove of cultural experiences.

With each blog, we aim to transport you right into the heart of Venice, offering insights and inspirations that go beyond the ordinary travel guide. Whether you're planning your next trip or just dreaming of distant places, our enthusiastic and vivid storytelling will make you feel as though you're wandering through Venice’s enchanting streets yourself. Embark on this remarkable adventure with us, and discover the soul of Venice, Italy, one blog at a time.

World Jewish Travel Official July 28, 2024

The Jewish Story of Venice, Italy

The Jewish Story of Venice, Italy It’s a scene most of us picture when we think of Venice: rows of shiny black gondolas, gently bobbing on the water. Gondoliers in striped jerseys loll against weathered dock posts, drawing lazily on cigarettes as they wait for their next fare. Behind them, across the busy waterway, rises the unmistakable dome of Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute. Turn around and you’ll be facing the magnificent Doge’s Palace on the fringes of iconic St Mark’s Square. There are few places as beautiful in all of Italy.

Iris Hami September 23, 2024

10 Must-Visit Jewish Heritage Sites Around the World in 2024

There is nothing more basic than the desire to know one’s past. Since the 17th century, Jews from all four corners of the earth arrived in America in search of freedom to practice their faith in peace and as a way to persecution that had chased them for thousands of years, Yet, generations later we still crave to see where our ancestors lived and walk in their footsteps to get a glimpse into the unique culture and traditions they brought with them.

Iris Hami September 23, 2024

Europe's 6 Best Preserved Jewish Quarters: A 2024 Guide

Jews have lived in Europe since the Roman Empire. As Europe’s cities began to grow and prosper at the end of the Dark Ages, they attracted new Jewish communities who contributed to their economic and cultural life. Jewish quarters became features of many cities, and the most famous thrived as centers of commerce and scholarship, producing luminaries like Rashi, the Maharal of Prague, and the Gaon of Vilna.

World Jewish Travel Official July 31, 2024

Remembering the World's First Jewish Ghetto

Not a year goes by without a tourist walking into the Venice Ghetto asking where the concentration camps are or were. This question, unfortunately, reflects a lack of understanding as to why the Venice Ghetto was founded on March 29, 1516 and maintained for centuries–all of which had nothing to do with the Holocaust. That is not to say that the Venice Ghetto was not involved in the Holocaust. It was decimated by the Nazis in 1943 when most of its inhabitants perished in the Auschwitz concentration camp. It never recovered until this very day when only 20 Jews now live in the Ghetto itself. Two memorials, The Last Train and The Holocaust Memorial Wall, situated in the Ghetto Square bear witness to this tragedy.

Explore the Heart of Jewish Culture in Venice, Italy Through Our Engaging Travel Blogs

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