Jewish art in Spain
Jewish art in Spain, also known as Sephardic art, is a rich and diverse tapestry that reflects the long and complex history of Jews in the Iberian Peninsula. It encompasses a range of artistic expressions from the Middle Ages until the expulsion of the Jews in 1492, and beyond, through the works preserved by Sephardic communities in the diaspora.
Sephardic Secrets: 7 Mysteries of the Jewish Quarter in Córdoba that Most Travelers Miss
A faded carving. A sealed doorway. A plaza that remembers more than it reveals. In the Jewish Quarter in Córdoba, the past doesn’t announce itself—it waits. This article follows seven quiet traces left behind by centuries of Sephardic life. Step in,…
The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca: discovering the secrets of a hidden Hebrew jewel in the heart of Toledo
Nestled in the heart of Toledo (Spain) lies a hidden jewel that holds a wealth of history and culture: the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. This stunning 12th-century structure is a testament to the fusing of Jewish and Islamic architectural…
