Practical info

Type of location: Synagogue

Synagogue of Palermo

Vicolo Meschita, 90133 Palermo PA

Historical description

Palermo

The Jewish presence in Palermo dates back to Roman times. Documents found in the Genizah of Cairo attest to their presence in the Middle Ages. Some of them arrived as slaves during the period of Muslim domination. They were freed financially by their ... Read more

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