Museum of Moroccan Judaism

Frommer's Review

Better known as simply the Jewish Museum, this is the only of its kind to be found in the Islamic world, and is often highlighted as an example of Morocco's historic tolerance between the two faiths. Opened in 1997 and set in a modern villa out in the suburb of Oasis, 5km (3 miles) south of the city center, the museum's exhibits follow the 2,000-year-old history of Morocco's Jews. A number of rooms display various aspects of their traditions and daily life such as torahs, Chanukah lamps, ketubofs (marriage contracts), and traditional clothing. There are also life-size replicas of the interior of a synagogue and a jeweler's workshop, referring to the Jews' historical dealings in silver. A photo library displays many of Morocco's ancient synagogues, cemeteries, holy sites, and various Mellahs and other Jewish landmarks within Morocco. Although you don't really require one, English-speaking guides can sometimes be arranged with prior notice. The museum is best reached by petit taxi, about 15 minutes and 25dh ($3.15/£1.55) from the city center.

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