Down a narrow alley in the Moroccan coastal town of Asilah, is a building of historical and spiritual significance. After decades of neglect, the centuries-old Kahal Synagogue was recently restored and brought back to life. Moroccan Jews are an ancient community, dating back to Roman times, and the Asilah synagogue was built in 1824. At […]
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Poland has agreed to return to Greece 76 Greek Jewish artifacts to be displayed in the Jewish Museum of Greece in Athens, the Greek Culture Ministry has announced. The ministry had filed a formal request for the repatriation of the historical artifacts before Lina Mendoni, the Greek Minister of Culture who, while attending the Informal […]
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During a recent Jewish Heritage press trip with Jewish Heritage Travel, I had the privilege of uncovering some of Havana’s most iconic landmarks, with a special focus on the city’s captivating bronze statues. These sculptures are much more than just art pieces; they are storytellers, encapsulating the soul of Havana’s past and present. Let’s delve […]
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On the 12th of December 2024, I set out with four colleagues of the High Atlas Foundation (HAF) to meet with members of the rural community of Tafza (Al Haouz province, Marrakesh region), located in the mountain range that bore the horrendous epicenter of the September 2023 earthquake. Unlike the countless visits that members of […]
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Palermo will soon have its own synagogue. This decision, initiated by the Municipality of Palermo, was made in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Palermo, the Union of Italian Jewish Communities (UCEI), and the Jewish community of Naples. The parties have signed a memorandum of understanding as part of a series of initiatives aimed at enhancing […]
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The construction of Montenegro’s first synagogue, Ar Ashem, located on Radosava Burića Street in Podgorica, has officially begun, as announced by the Jewish Community of Montenegro. Members of the community attended a symbolic ceremony to mark the commencement of the project. During the event, the Chief Rabbi of Montenegro, Luciano Moše Prelevic, offered a blessing […]
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On September 25, 2024, the Italian Consulate General in New York held a moving tribute to the “Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust,” honoring 60 diplomats—six of whom were Italian—who bravely risked their lives to save Jews during the Nazi persecution of World War II. Victoria Whipple from Project Legacy opened the ceremony, expressing gratitude for […]
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A significant, though understated, event took place at Battery Park to honor a pivotal moment in New York City’s history: the 369th anniversary of the arrival of the first Jewish community in what is now the United States. This gathering recognized the landing of 23 Sephardic Jews in New Amsterdam in September 1654, a milestone […]
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As a writer for the New York Jewish Travel Guide, I recently had the pleasure of exploring the enchanting city of London. With its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, London offers a unique blend of the old and the new. One of the most fascinating visits was to the Memorial Scrolls Trust Museum. […]
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Honoring Sephardic culture and history, the American Sephardi Federation (ASF) held an outstanding celebration of the opening of its “Golden Age of the Jews of Al-Andalus” exhibition. Held at the ASF Center for Jewish History, this event brought together scholars, cultural enthusiasts, and community leaders to honor and explore the vibrant legacy of Sephardic communities. […]
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