Why choose this tour ?
Ready to discover more about Jewish heritage in Vilnius? This tour is dedicated to Jewish culture and its treasures. Once upon a time, Vilnius was called Jerusalem of the North – it is because many famous Judaism scholars, rabbis, and artists lived and worked in Vilnius. Litvak museum of Vilnius shows a huge variety of Jewish culture and arts in various fields, as well as about science and religion. Lithuanian Jews, called Litvaks, had a well-developed community that contributed to the cultural development of the region. On this tour, you will hear stories not only about historical Jews that called Vilnius their home, but also about how World War II has affected their lives. Paneriai Memorial Park is the main witness of Jewish tragedy. There are several old Jewish cemeteries in Vilnius, one of them, the largest, is located on Olandu street. Old mystical tombstones with Jewish writing on it, always let to dive into the past and experience the old daily lives of the Jews.
What makes Jewish Quarter and Paneriai Memorial Park Tour a unique experience ?
Jewish Old town
Former Jewish quarter and ghetto. History of Jewish community in Lithuania
The monument in Paneriai with inscriptions in Yiddish and Russian was built in 1948. It was dedicated to the Jewish survivors and “Victims of Fascist terror” after the events of World War II. Once a mass murder site of not only Jewish but also people of other nations, today this memorial park lets you discover the tragic history of people who died during the World War II. The memorial for the victims in Paneriai includes 9 monuments and stone tablets to Jews, Poles, Lithuanians, Soviet war prisoners and Roma people.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Jewish Quarter and Paneriai Memorial Park Tour
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- This Tour is Provided by feelZcity.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Vilnius.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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