Kuyalnik Cemetery, Jewish cemetery in Odesa, Ukraine.
Kuyalnik Cemetery is a burial ground for the Jewish population in Odesa, extending across a large expanse with rows of gravestones. The stones bear Hebrew inscriptions and intricate stonework that spans throughout the entire site.
Established in 1775, the cemetery became the central burial ground for the Jewish community during Odesa's period of rapid growth. As the population expanded, the site continued to grow over generations.
The cemetery displays traditional Jewish funerary art through detailed stone inscriptions and symbolic decorative elements. These handcrafted details reflect the religious and family values that were important to the community.
The grounds can be entered via Hadzhybeyska Road 143 and are relatively easy to reach. Local Jewish heritage organizations offer guided tours to help visitors understand the history and significance of the site.
The grounds are divided into different sections that reflect the various Jewish communities with different origins. This spatial arrangement tells of the diverse history and different waves of migrants who shaped Odesa.
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