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Casa de Sefarad

Calle de los Judios, 17, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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Ranked #9 of 41 attractions in Cordoba
Type: Religious Sites
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

This is new exhibition in an old house that has been restored in a loving manner by two historians. There were some excellent discussions of Jewish history and everyday life. We found it moving and well thought out. There is a small elevator for access by disabled visitors. There is a small fee.

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Hod Hasharon, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

A place for the Memory about the 1,500 years of Jewish heritage in Spain's culture until the Expulsion in 1492.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

All what I can say is that Casa de Sefarad provided us with so many answer about the Jewish History, about the convivence of three cultures (religions) in the past, about the figure of Maimonides. Visiting this museum is a "must" if you are in Cordova. And, by the way, the staff assists people in several languages: English, French, Italian...

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Interesting museum but it contains only a small collection of Sefaradic items. The synogoge is across the street and I suggest visiting the museum prior to stopping by the synogogue. The staff were very helpul in answering our questions on the local Jewish community... Worth a visit!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Some good exhibits about Sephardic life in Cordoba, particularly during the Spanish Inquisition. Some parts of the house have been modernised but an interesting peek into Jewish life.

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London UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

Great history of the Jewish inhabitants of Cordaba - now only a few Jewish families living in this city. Very knowledgeable guide.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

Cordoba plays a pivotal role in the history of Jewish life in the middle ages. In the tenth century it became the seat of Jewish learning, scholarship and culture and this small , intimate and beautiful museum gives you a remarkable insight on the Jewish history in Cordoba. Very interesting and well presented . Helpful and nice staff

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2012

I was moved and awed by the Casa de Sefarad Museum in Cordoba, across from one of the only 3 Jewish synagogues surviving in Spain from before the cruelties of the "Reconquest" and Inquisition, when the rich Jewish culture and history of Spain were driven out -- or underground. Considering the times, the beautiful collection of devotional objects, clothing and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

Not a lot has been left of the Jewish Sefarad culture in Cordoba, but the presentation is done with love and historical accuracy. I particularly appreciated the part about Maimonides

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

I was looking forward to what I knew was only a little museum but to be honest I was a little disappoiinted. I did not really find out that much about the Jewish culture - and what was on offer in the rest of the rooms required too much reading for a vacation. I think if there was an audio... More

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