The Jewish ghetto of Venice
The oldest ghetto ever made. The word itself originates from Venice
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In English
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Venice, History, Travel
Description
The Venice ghetto is the oldest enclosed area meant for Jews. The word 'ghetto' itself originated from the Venetian language. This walkin... Read more
Highlights
- Campo del Ghetto Novo with the memorial to the Venetian Jews killed in the Nazi death camps.
- The five synagogues
- The small Hasidic community
I am a teacher, a translator and used to be a journalist. I've been living in Venice for ages. I love photography, cinema, travelling (especially by train) and I would have love... Read more