Jewish Town

	Old Jewish Cemetery The cemetery in Prague's Josefov is one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in Europe. It was founded in the 14th century and served as the main burial place for the Prague Jewish community. Read full article
	History of the Jewish Quarter From its very beginning, Prague has been a city of different cultures. In Czech chronicles from the 12th century, there are descriptions of prosperous Jewish settlements near Prague Castle and Vysehrad. However, due to frequent attacks, local Jews had to look for refuge near the main Prague ford. Read full article
	Synagogues in the Jewish Quarter Six synagogues have been preserved to our days in Prague's Jewish quarter. The Old New synagogue and High synagogue are still used for services. The remaining four houses the expositions of the Jewish Museum. Read full article

Old Jewish Cemetery