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Sephardic Museum

Sephardic Museum, Jewish heritage museum in Realejo district, Granada, Spain.

Description

The Sephardic Museum is housed in a traditional building in Granada's former Jewish quarter and displays collections of household items, ceramics, and documents. The exhibition illustrates the history and daily life of the Sephardic community that lived in this city.

History

The museum opened in 2013 after Spain offered citizenship to descendants of Jews expelled in 1492. This initiative marked official recognition and reflection on a long-forgotten chapter of Spanish history.

Culture

The museum sits in Realejo, the former Jewish quarter, and shows how this community lived here and maintained their traditions. You see everyday objects and religious items that tell you how present Jewish life was in this neighborhood.

Practical

The museum is located on the Realejo hill and is accessible to visitors on most days during set hours. It helps to check beforehand if guided tours are available and how best to reach it.

Did you know?

The museum holds a specialized Sephardic library that supports research and study of this community. This collection is one of its kind and gives visitors access to rare documents and materials about Sephardic history.

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Location
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Inception
2013
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GPS coordinates
37.17528,-3.59493
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Latest update
December 14, 2025 11:43

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