Practical info

Type of location: Jewish Community / Center

Jewish community of Gibraltar

Tel : (+350) 200 72606

mbjc@gibtelecom.net

Historical description

Gibraltar

The Jewish presence in Gibraltar seems to date back to the 14th century. A historical document from 1356 refers to an attempt by the Jewish community to free prisoners held by pirates. During the Inquisition of 1492, many Jews fled to North Africa via Gibraltar. ... Read more