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Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery

The Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery, located in the village of Olaszliszka, is a key site among Hungary's historical and cultural landmarks. This cemetery is an essential part of the local Jewish community’s history, which played a significant role in the village’s history from the 19th century to the mid-20th century.

Historical Background

Olaszliszka was once a vibrant hub for a Jewish community that maintained an active religious and cultural life during and after the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Jewish community in the area mainly found livelihoods in trade, craftsmanship, and agriculture. The community was home to a synagogue and several religious and educational institutions.

The Cemetery

Jewish cemeteries were typically among the most important sites for the community’s religious and spiritual life. In the Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery, there are several old gravestones, some dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The gravestones bear Hebrew and Yiddish inscriptions that commemorate the names, ages, and family ties of the Jewish community members.

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The Condition and Preservation of the Cemetery

The abandoned cemetery’s condition particularly deteriorated after World War II, when the local Jewish community was nearly destroyed by the Holocaust. The cemetery’s condition significantly worsened due to abandonment and time. In recent times, restoration efforts have been initiated, supported by local and international Jewish organizations.

Nowadays, the cemetery serves not only as a memorial site but also, as part of Jewish heritage, hosts historical remembrances and religious pilgrimages.

The Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery is a key memorial for the local Jewish community and Hungarian Jewish history.

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