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Caring for destination

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A tour to promote the rich Jewish heritage of Turkey amid a declining culture in Istanbul.  


Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 


At the end of the 15th century, a large number of Sephardic Jews, fleeing persecution in Spain and Portugal, settled in Asia Minor on the invitation of the Ottoman Empire. Despite emigration during the 20th century, modern day Turkey continues to have a small Jewish population.

The Jewish Heritage Tour in Istanbul clearly shows the 700 years of friendship between Turks and Jews. The areas visited in Golden Horn include Balat, which has been the core of the Jewish presence in Istanbul for over five centuries. Ahrida Synagogue is the oldest and most beautiful synagogue in Istanbul and was built in the 15th century. The Jewish Heritage Tour is also here to show that different cultures and religions  can live peacefully under one roof, and those differences can only make nations more colourful and creative.  

           


Pickup info: Guests will be picked-up and dropped-off at their Istanbul hotel in the city. Pick-up from hotels outside of the city is subject to extra charge.




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