Sarajevo: Sarajevo Jewish Tour

The journey, in full

Old Jewish Temple This is one of the oldest Jewish religious buildings in Sarajevo, today functioning as the Jewish Museum. You learn about the arrival of Sephardic Jews and their life in Bosnia after expulsion from Spain. Gallery New Temple The New Temple today serves as a gallery and cultural space. You see how Jewish heritage is preserved and connected with contemporary cultural life in Sarajevo. Ashkenazi Synagogue Built during the Austro-Hungarian period, this synagogue served the Ashkenazi Jewish community. You hear about differences and coexistence between Sephardic and Ashkenazi Jews in Sarajevo. First Hotel in Sarajevo This was the first modern hotel in the city, owned by a Jewish family. It shows the important role of Jewish community in trade, hospitality, and urban development. Grand Jewish Temple Once the main synagogue of Sarajevo, it was a central place of religious and social life before World War II. You learn about the size and importance of the Jewish community at that time. First Jewish Secondary School This school reflects the strong focus on education within the Jewish community. You hear how Jewish students were educated and integrated into Sarajevo society. First Jewish Credit Foundation This foundation provided financial support and loans to citizens. It shows how the Jewish community contributed to economic stability and growth of the city. Jewish Villa AMA in Sarajevo This villa represents residential architecture and family life of Jewish citizens. You hear personal stories connected to families who lived here. Old Jewish Cemetery Located on the slopes above the city, this cemetery offers wide views over Sarajevo. You learn about prominent Jewish families and centuries of written history. Salom Family Palace This palace belonged to one of the most influential Jewish families in Sarajevo. It reflects wealth, culture, and architectural style of the late 19th and early 20th century. Second Oldest Jewish Cemetery in Europe This cemetery is among the oldest preserved Jewish cemeteries in Europe. It shows the long and continuous presence of Jews in Sarajevo. National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina The museum preserves the Sarajevo Haggadah, one of the most important Jewish manuscripts in the world. You learn how it survived wars and how it was protected by local people.