Girona: Jewish Heritage Guided City Tour Morning Tour in English
ID: GYG882101-1386964
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the Girona's Jewish Quarter, one of the best-preserved from the Middle Ages in Europe. Home town of Kabbala philosophers as Mose Ben Nahman!
Embark on a guided tour through the Jewish neighborhood of Girona, one of the best-preserved in Europe. This district is located in the heart of the city and is full of ancient remains from its Roman and Medieval past. Known locally as “the Call”, this area was home to 1,000 inhabitants during the Middle Ages, making it one of the most important Jewish communities in Spain's history.
As you explore the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter — hometown of Nahmanides, the Medieval Kabbalistic philosopher, physician and Sephardic rabbi — you'll visit the spots where the city's 3 synagogues were located.
During the guided tour you will find out all about the customs and traditions of the Jewish people who lived here, as well as the tools that they used, and the design of their houses.
Your guide will then lead you around the labyrinthine streets while explaining the history of the expulsion of the Jews in 1492, an act that ended 600 years of coexistence. After 3 hours exploring the Call, your tour will come to an end, and you'll have newfound knowledge of the profound influence that the Jewish community left in Girona.
Highlights
- Walk the cobbled streets of one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe
- Discover the life and history of Girona’s Jewish community
- See the hometown of Nahmanides, the most important philosopher of Girona
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Girona is a very old city with a lot of steps and slopes. So please wear comfortable shoes and be ready to have a nice walk!
Meet your guide at Plaça Sant Feliu, beside "The River Caffe", Girona city.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.