4. Ljuba Poleva

Ljuba Poleva

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BIOGRAPHY

I am a highly experienced and fully licensed private tour guide. I have been showing international visitors the wonders of Prague for close to twenty-five years, ever since the fall of the Communist Regime in 1989 when tourism in the Czech Republic began to take off. I am fluent in English, Russian, and Czech and offer tours in all these languages. I specialize in leading tours of the historical Jewish sights of Eastern and Central Europe. These sights include the Jewish Quarter of Prague, Theresienstadt, Kolin, and the old Ghetto towns of the Czech Republic (to name just a few). I also provide tours of the non-Jewish sections of Prague. My education and prior work experience have provided me with the skills and knowledge necessary to give informative and interesting tours. I have a doctorate degree in the Philosophy of Judaism from Charles University and have worked at the Jewish Museum in Prague both in the Archive Department and as a personal guide.

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Tours

A Truly Delicious Taste of Jewish History in a Full Day Tour

Come and enjoy a day like no other and experience traditional Czech and Jewish cuisine. See how grandmothers for years would prepare meals for their families just as they did in the shtetl (Jewish market town). You'll have the unique opportunity to try some of my family's favorite meals, take part in the cooking process, and learn about the entire process, from buying the ingredients to the final tasting of the dishes. Once you've finished cooking and eating together with me and our driver (it's a lot of food!), we will take you to the Jewish Quarter for a tour. Here you will discover the treasures of the ancient Jewish Quarter, including the interiors of four famous synagogues and the exterior of the oldest synagogue north of the Alps, the Old-New Synagogue, still in use today. Highlights include: Visiting the local farmers' market. Authentic shopping experience with a professional chef. Preparing a three-course meal with a professional chef. Visiting the Jewish quarter for a 3-hour historical tour. View the interiors of four famous synagogues, the exterior of the Old-New Synagogue, and take a walk through the Old Jewish Cemetery and see the Burial Brotherhood Guild.   Please note: Sunday is not optimal for this tour due to the market being closed.
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Terezín Concentration Camp and Prague Jewish Quarter Full Day Tour

We will start this tour with a Hotel pick-up by car in the morning. On the way to Terezín (50 minutes), I will talk about the history of the Czech Republic and what it was like during the occupation in World War II, and the tragic fate of the Jews in former Czechoslovakia and Eastern Europe. In Terezin, firstly we will visit the Large Fortress and the Terezín Museum. Afterwards, there is the Magdeburg Barracks, the hidden synagogue, the Jewish cemetery, the Menorah monument, and the crematorium waiting for us. Last but not least we will go into to the Small Fortress to spend time exploring the Gestapo prison, the single and mass cells, and a secret tunnel that most visitors do not get to see - this will take place with a local guide who has access. We will then head back to Prague to visit the Jewish Quarter, including several famous synagogues: The 13th-century Old-New Synagogue (The Oldest synagogue in Europe), The Pinkas Synagogue, now a hallowed museum dedicated to the Czech victims of the Holocaust, The Klausen Synagogue, which contains an exhibition of Jewish traditions and artifacts and The Spanish Synagogue. We will also take a visit to the Jewish cemetery. Please note, If hungry, we can stop for lunch in Prague before touring the Jewish Quarter.
Tours

Lidice and Terezín: An Educational Day Trip of Holocaust history from Prague

This visit is essential to understanding the complicated history that unfolded in Czechoslovakia in 1941 when the region's thousand-year-old Jewish communities were deported through Terezín to death camps elsewhere. This tour will start with a Hotel pick-up in the morning (8 am).On the way to Lidice (30 minutes), I will talk about the history of the Czech Republic and what it was like during the occupation in WW2, and the tragic fate of the Jews in former Czechoslovakia and Eastern Europe. We will be driving around the site where Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated by members of the Czech resistance. Once in Lidice, we will have a comprehensive tour of the site and visit the local museum and the emotional memorial for those who perished. We will then take a short drive to Terezin (35 minutes). Upon arriving in Terezin, firstly we will visit the Large Fortress and the Terezín Museum. Afterwards, there is the Magdeburg Barracks, the hidden Synagogue, the Jewish cemetery, the Menorah monument, and a visit to the crematorium. Lastly, we will go into the Small Fortress to spend time exploring the Gestapo prison, the single and mass cells, and a secret tunnel that most visitors do not get to see (with a local guide). Please note there is no official lunch break on this tour. I recommend a packed lunch or a quick stop at a bakery before we leave the city.  
Heritage Tour

Half-day private walking tour of Prague's charming Jewish Quarter

Discover the rich history of Prague's Jewish quarter with an expert private guide on Jewish history. Stroll the cobbled streets and visit the historic synagogues, each with its own story. Join me, a fellow member of the Prague Jewish Community, as we visit the historic synagogues, each with its own unique story to tell. We will visit several famous synagogues: The 13th-century Old-New Synagogue (The Oldest synagogue in Europe) The Pinkas Synagogue, now a hallowed museum dedicated to the Czech victims of the Holocaust, The Klausen Synagogue, which contains an exhibition of Jewish traditions and artifacts and The Spanish Synagogue. Visit the Chevrah Kaddisha building and marvel at the stunning architecture of the Old Jewish Cemetery, where graves are up to 12 layers deep; and where you will find the resting place of Rabbi Loew, renowned in legend as the creator of the Golem. Explore the largest collection of Judaica in the world, there is no other collection of historical Jewish artifacts like it! This is the only Jewish Quarter that the Nazis purposely did not destroy, making this private tour an unforgettable journey through one of Europe's most storied and resilient communities.  
Heritage Tour

An educational private tour of Terezín concentration camp from Prague

Explore the Terezín concentration camp during a private car trip from Prague. With a local guide, you will learn about the atrocities of the Holocaust and the fate of those who were imprisoned here during the Second World War. Start your tour in Prague with a hotel pickup and drive to Terezín in your own private air-conditioned car. Learn about the history of the Czech Republic from your guide and what it was like during the occupation in World War II and the tragic fate of the Jews in former Czechoslovakia and Eastern Europe. Upon arriving at Terezín, first visit the Large Fortress and the Terezín Museum. Afterwards, walk through the Magdeburg Barracks, the hidden synagogue, the Jewish cemetery, the Menorah monument, and the crematorium. Last but not least, visit the Small Fortress to spend time exploring the Gestapo prison, the single and mass cells, and a secret tunnel that most visitors do not get to see – this will take place with a local tour guide who has exclusive access to your tour. Throughout your tour, listen as your local guide provides historical context, personal stories, and information about the daily lives of the prisoners, including the cultural activities and propaganda efforts organized by the Nazis to deceive the international community about the camp's true nature. After your visit, drive back to Prague to visit the Jewish Museum and be dropped back off at your starting point.  
Guides

Luba Poleva

Tours are what I specialize in, but thanks to the vast network of connections that I've built up over the years, I can also plan and book your entire trip, from airport transfers to hotel reservations and event tickets.
Tours

Terezín Concentration Camp. A Half Day Educational Tour

See the former "model" camp for the International Red Cross Committee with a local guide.  This tour will help you understand what happened to so many innocent people through actual artifacts, children's drawings, poetry, and other rare items which survived their owners to speak so eloquently for them. I will make sure to explain everything to you with much care and I will be happy to answer all your questions.
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Fascinating Prague Jewish Quarter Half-Day Private Walking Tour

I am a very enthusiastic guide that loves her job! As early as the 10th century, Jewish settlers had moved into Prague. Prague (and Czechoslovakia) was once home to the largest population of Ashkenazi Jews anywhere in the world and although nowadays the population is very small - officially the Prague Jewish Community has about 1500 members - the Jewish community left a significant mark on the city. We'll see 4 well-preserved synagogues, including the oldest anywhere north of the Alps. You will also visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, where up to 12 layers of graves lie atop one another; and where you will find the resting place of Rabbi Loew, renowned in legend as the creator of the Golem. Prague is home to the largest collection of Judaica in the world and there is no other collection of historical Jewish artifacts like it anywhere in the world. This is the only Jewish Quarter that the Nazis purposely did not destroy.
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