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Jewish life was first recorded in the city in the High Middle Ages. While the Jewish population grew and waned over the centuries, by the beginning of World War II Antwerp had a thriving Jewish community comprising some 35,000, with many Jews connected to the city's diamond industry.
May 25, 2022 · It looks drab and underwhelming, but Antwerp’s Jewish Quarter is home to a fascinating hidden community. Located close to the magnificent Central Station, the neighbourhood is crammed into narrow streets such as Pelikaanstraat and Hovenierstraat.
Mar 23, 2014 · A day exploring Antwerp's Orthodox Jewish district, and a visit to the Red Star Line Museum. All photos by Gina Van Hoof.
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Jan 29, 2023 · While much of the Jewish population of Antwerp has spread south to other districts including Berchem, Wilrijk and Edegem, the Charedi community remains in its historic location, home to a...