Jewish Cemetery of Thessaloniki, Archaeological site at Aristotle University campus, Thessaloniki, Greece
The Jewish Cemetery spans 350,000 square meters, containing architectural remnants, stone markers, and foundations dating from the 15th to 20th centuries.
Established in the late 15th century by Sephardic Jews escaping Spain, the cemetery grew to hold 500,000 graves before its destruction in December 1942.
The cemetery's gravestones display inscriptions in multiple languages including Hebrew, Ladino, French, Italian, and Greek, representing diverse Jewish traditions.
Access to the archaeological site requires advance permission from university authorities, and visitors must follow specific guidelines regarding photography and documentation.
Many tombstones from the original cemetery remain scattered throughout Thessaloniki, integrated into buildings, pavements, and public spaces as construction materials.
Location: Thessaloniki Municipality
GPS coordinates: 40.63000,22.95806
Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:37
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