The Chania Jewish tour
Get to know the history of the Jews in Chania with this unique tour guided by an expert professional guide.
duration:
2 hours
book this excursion:
up to 2 days in advance
departures from Chania:
daily except Saturday and Sunday
place of departure:
in front of the municipal market @ the south main entrance
departure time:
10am (flexible time)
services included:
services not included:
prices (VAT included)
UPON REQUEST
cancellation policy
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Meet your guide in front of the Chania municipal market which is located in the city center. Your guide will be standing outside the main south entrance holding an ‘’Alma de Creta’’ sign.
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Start this inspiring tour by walking through the Old town while your guide introduces you to Chania’s turbulent history. Find out the history of the Jews in Crete and how the Jewish community developed through the Roman, Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman Turkish dominations.
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When you reach the Jewish quarter you will have a very good understanding of the multi cultural character of Chania. Visit the synagogue Etz-Hayyim, the only surviving Jewish monument and find out about its history, architecture, renovation, the mikveh, the tombs and the treasures.
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Get acquainted with the Romaniotes and Sephardy identities, their heritage and lifestyles, and find out about the Shoah period.
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At the end of the unique guided tour you will have gained great knowledge of the history of the Jews in Crete and you will have definitely traveled back in time.
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PLEASE NOTE: As this is a walking tour, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
