Essaouira Jewish Heritage: Exploring the Historic Mellah Quarter
Mehdi
Master Instructor
Essaouira Jewish heritage spans centuries. The Mellah (Jewish quarter) housed a thriving community until the mid-20th century, leaving important historic sites.
Heritage Sites
Simon Attias Synagogue (oldest in Morocco), Haim Pinto Synagogue, Jewish cemetery, artisan workshops historically run by Jewish craftsmen. Annual Mimouna festival celebrates this heritage.
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