The ups and downs of being Jewish in Italy
Minority status has made Jews convenient scapegoats. Continue reading The ups and downs of being Jewish in Italy
Category: Jews of Florence
Re-living Italy’s fascist past
The Treves family story represents in microcosm Italy’s conflicted
political and religious history. Hear the story first-hand from Fortunata
Franchetti of Florence. Continue reading Re-living Italy’s fascist past
The Treves family: An uncommon story
A photo narrative highlighting the unique aspects of one Jewish-Italian family. Continue reading The Treves family: An uncommon story
Children serve as legacy to Florentine Jewish
Jews discuss how difficult it can be to maintain their heritage in Florence. Continue reading Children serve as legacy to Florentine Jewish
Florence Synagogue attracts tourists interested in Jewish experience
Jewish tourists from near and far visit more than just Renaissance art. Jewish historical sites like the synagogue and Jewish businesses cater to Jewish tourism in Florence, Italy. Continue reading Florence Synagogue attracts tourists interested in Jewish experience
Historic sites cater to Jewish tourism in Florence, Italy
Visitors share experiences. Continue reading Historic sites cater to Jewish tourism in Florence, Italy
Jewish tourism in Florence a bigger business than many might think
Several sites of Jewish historical significance are preserved in Florence, sites that attract many Jewish visitors each year. Continue reading Jewish tourism in Florence a bigger business than many might think
Florentine piazza hides a dark past
Few tourists realize that the popular Piazza delle Repubblica in Florence is the former location of a 16th-century Jewish ghetto, one of Europe’s largest. Florentine Jews say they wish there was more recognition in the piazza for the hardships once endured. Continue reading Florentine piazza hides a dark past
Jewish AND Italian: Identity in Florence a complex negotiation
A look into the struggles Italian Jews face in attempting to combine and reconcile their cultural and religious identities. Continue reading Jewish AND Italian: Identity in Florence a complex negotiation
Keeping kosher in Florence: The city’s Jewish businesses look beyond
Because there are so few Jewish Florentines, the city’s kosher businesses have to reach out to the many Jewish tourists who come to the city. Continue reading Keeping kosher in Florence: The city’s Jewish businesses look beyond