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9 days in Georgia. Georgian Jew

The tour includes sightseeing tours around Jewish places of Georgia: synagogues in Tbilisi and Batumi, synagogue in Oni, Jewish districts, Jewish Museum, an old Jewish cemetery. Tourists will be able to drive through these places in an organized tour, hear the story. You will take a journey through the centuries-old history of the Jewish people’s life in Georgian lands.

Troyes Synagogue and Rashi’s House Exhibition Tour

In 2016, an extraordinary project was born, hosted in the Troyes Synagogue: providing a “house” for Rashi in his native town, set inside a typical 17th-century Champagne-style background. After four years of work, the results of the synagogue’s restoration are exceptional: visitors are invited to pray under the splendid glass roof of the sanctuary, wander amidst a 2000-square-meter labyrinth of courtyards, halls and cellars and learn about the adventure of this reconstruction. The synagogue of Troyes also invites visitors to immerse themselves in Rashi’s universe, through an ambitious exhibition titled “Rashi’s House”, in which visitors can discover Rashi and his work, thanks to an immersive and innovative digital scenography. This exhibition shares the story of Rashi and his disciples, who were able to transmit the soul of French Judaism far beyond the borders of the Champagne area, influencing rabbinical literature far beyond the 13th century, end of the Tossafists era in Champagne. A recreated oratory and bet hamidrash (study hall) immerse visitors in the medieval Troyes of Rashi. Visitors are also invited to study Rashi’s commentaries on digital devices, creating an innovative interactive experience.

Uzbekistan Jewish Tour

The laws and traditions of the Jewish peoples of Uzbekistan have thrived for centuries in this mostly Islamic region. Unique communities of Jews carried on their distinctive traditions throughout the region for hundreds of years. Stories of their arrival in Central Asia vary from the 6th through the 19th centuries, but the Jewish quarters in the cities of Uzbekistan are well preserved. Experience the thrill of history and the story of a people in this truly amazing part of the world.

Highlights:
· Visit exotic oriental bazaars, traditional tea houses and ancient villages
· Discover cultural treasures of Central Asia: magnificent synagogues and ancient palaces
· Meet and interact with hospitable Central Asians
· Enjoy traditional music, dance performances and fashion shows

In Bukhara, explore Labi Khaus Complex (“the complex around the pond”), Nadir Divan Begi Khanaka (old hotel for merchants) And Medreseh. The LH pond dates from the XVIIth century when it was the principal source of water (built on the land of a Jewish widow, who then was given the land to built the synagogue and the Jewish Quarter). Visit an ancient Chaykhana, the sculpture of Khodga Nasriddin in bronze made by local Jewish sculptor Yaakov Shapiro, Synagogue, Jewish Quarter, school and kindergarten. You will be greeted with the words “Shalom Aleyhim” “Peace be with you”, a tradition not found among European Jews, visit traditional houses of nineteenth Jews later converted into hotels, Lunch at the house of Fayzullo Khodjaev with national costume show. The sightseeing continues with trade domes (XVI c) of money changers, hat sellers, silk, carpets, puppets and jewelry, Magoki Attari site which was originally a Zoroastrian temple, Abdulazizkhan Madreseh with its sandali (old version of house heating), Poi-Kalon Ensemble with the greatest minaret of Central Asia. Lunch. Visit the Ark (winter residence of local rulers from the first century), Bolo Khaus Complex, Ismail Samoniy Mosque.

Jewish walking tour

On this Jewish-themed city tour of Copenhagen, you will hear about the amazing history of Danish Jewry, from when the first Jews were invited by the King Christian 4th in 1622, up to the present time.

A specially trained Jewish guide will share his/her personal stories about the miraculous rescue of more than 7,000 Danish Jews during the Nazi occupation in October 1943 and about Jewish life today.

While walking through the old city centre of Copenhagen, we will of course also tell you about the many landmarks we pass on our way. This includes:

The Copenhagen Synagogue
City Hall
The Copenhagen University
The Parliament
Christiansborg Palace
The Round Tower
The Old Stock Exchange
The Pedestrian Mall ”Ströget”
The Danish-Jewish Museum

Graffiti tour Madrid

Discover Madrid alternatively thanks to a professional graffiti writer. He/She will explain you the information related to CALLE, Muros Tabacalera and Urvanity art festivals. We will walk along Lavapies district, one of the most multicultural areas in town, while observing the best graffiti in town. Join now the street art tour in Madrid! 2 hours experience.

Jewish Copenhagen Tour Operator

Jewish Copenhagen was established in 2006 by Charlotte Thalmay, who is born and raised in Copenhagen and active in the Jewish Community.

The mission of Jewish Copenhagen, is to bring alive the history of Jewish life in Denmark. All the way back from 1622, up to the present with its everyday stories of being a minority in a small country.

All our guides are Jewish, handpicked, each with unique family stories about the rescue of the Danish Jews during WW2.

Jewish Copenahagen organizes all kinds of tours with a Jewish as well as a generel aspect of Denmark. Walking tours, tours by car, group tours by bus, religiuos tours, shabbat dinners and much more.
We are happy to customize the perfect tour for you.

Jewish Toronto Tours

Jewish Toronto Tours offers group and individual tours of the city’s Jewish history.

Havana’s Jewish Heritage

Delve into the history of Jewish immigrants who moved to Cuba in the early 20th century, 1920’s & 1930’s. Visit existing and important landmarks, synagogues, and meet members of the local Jewish community.

Highlights:

– Meet with a member of the Jewish community to tour Sephardic Synagogue in Vedado and see two others
– Visit Menorah Square, dedicated to the holocaust victims
– The Jewish cemetery in Guanabacoa
– Have a cocktail and admire the unique decor of Hotel Raquel
– Tour is OFAC compliant under the general license “Support for the Cuban people” 515.574

Havana & Jewish Heritage Tour

This is a fully customizable private Havana day tour for you and your group, in one of our classic vintage cars. You will see Havana’s treasures up close while enjoying personalized local service.

Your custom tailored Havana Jewish tour takes you through the history of the Jewish immigration and presence in Cuba.

Customize Your Tour:

Feel free to create your one of a kind tour with ease. Mention your points of interest to our knowledgeable guide or simply ask them for advice on places to visit and they will ensure the tour is as enjoyable as possible.