Jewish Tour Recife and Olinda Jewish Presence SEC XVI, XVII and XX
Description
Shalom ve baruch haba! The Jewish tour of Recife and Olinda is a very special experience for those interested in learning more about the presence of Jews and new Christians in Recife – in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Guide historian will take you to know the main milestones of the Jewish presence in Brazil and about the Brazilian colonial economy, the religious culture of the Brazilian people and about the European wars that brought Portuguese Jews from the Netherlands during the 17th century. In Olinda we will visit some of the main churches, markets and streets of the colonial period and main vestiges of the Marrana presence in Brazil in the 16th century, in addition to the house of Branca Dias, and a mikveh (purification tank) that is representing the "marrana" cultural resistance in the colonial era. . In Recife the tour will be in the historic center where concentrated most of the Jewish community during the Dutch period of the 17th century we will visit the first public synagogue of the Americas.
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Itinerary
POINT OF MEETING OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY
BOM JESUS STREET (former JEWISH STREET)
RUA DA IMPERATRIZ – THE PRINCIPAL ROAD ON WHO CONCENTRATE JEWISH TRADE
BRASILIA TEIMOSA (BAIRRO DO PINA) – PLACE OF JEWISH PEOPLE
You will have a very special tour and you will pass the Historic Route route from Jewish presence in Recife-Olinda. The tour will be Guidedo by an experienced and well-knowing guide of the history of the Jewish presence in Recife. FIRST BLOCK (XX CENTURY) • PLAZA MACIEL PINHEIRO – PONTO DE MEETING OF THE JUDAIC COMMUNITY • RUA DA IMPERATRIZ – THE PRINCIPAL ROAD ON WHO CONCENTRATE JEWISH TRADE • RUA MARTINS JÚNIOR – WHERE A ISRAEL SYNAGOGA OF RECIFE SECOND BLOCK (XVII CENTURY) • BRASILIA TEIMOSA (BARRO DO PINA) – LOCAL OF JEWISH POPULATION • GOOD JESUS STREET (ANCIENT JUDEUS STREET) • SINAGOGA KAHAL ZUR ISRAEL – THE FIRST OF THE AMERICA • MAURITIUS PONTE DE NASSAU (FIRST PONTE OF THE STAD ENGINEER JUDEO BALTAZAR FONSECA) • OLINDA – HOUSE OF GUARD JUDEUS (ATUAL CHURCH) THIRD BLOCK (XVI CENTURY) • OLINDA – PRINCIPAL NUCLEUS OF POPULATION IN THIS PERIOD • WHITE HOUSE DAYS – (PRESUMIBLE) MIKVE) • IGLESIA DA SÉ – LOCAL OF DENUNCATION THE NEW CHRISTIANS.
MAURITIUS BRIDGE OF NASSAU (THE FIRST BRIDGE IN THE CITY BY THE JEWISH ENGINEER BALTAZAR FONSECA)
OLINDA – HOUSE OF JEWISH GUARDS (CURRENT CHURCH) THIRD BLOCK (CENTURY XVI) • OLINDA – MAIN CENTER OF PEOPLE IN THAT PERIOD
• HOUSE OF BRANCA DIAS - (ASSUMED MIKVE)
• IGLESIA DA SÉ – LOCAL OF DENUNCATION THE NEW CHRISTIANS.
Memorial in honor of Jewish history in Recife
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Sampa Trip Brasil offers transfers from hotels, airports and ports. The traveler can enter the departure and return location of their tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
Many Thanks,This trip make so lovely and amzing memories you must join these guys their guides are so kind and knowladgeble .
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly happy to know your trip created such lovely and amazing memories. That’s exactly what we hope for every guest. It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed our guides — we’ll be sure to share your feedback with them. Hope to see you again on another adventure! Shalom!
Unbelievably meaningful and complete tour of Jewish and non -Jewish sights of Recife and Olinda. But this was much more than a tour but a personal and intimate account by 2 phenomenal tour guides,Jader and Eve, who supplemented with accounts from their family’s respective experiences. We ended the tour with a sherbet dessert. This was the best tour we ever had.
“Dear Stanley, Thank you so much for your wonderful words. On behalf of everyone at Sampa Trip Brasil, we are truly grateful for your beautiful review. Jader and Eve will be delighted to know that their stories and passion made your experience so meaningful. It was a pleasure being part of your journey through Recife and Olinda, and we hope to welcome you again in Brazil very soon.”
Lovely way to look at Recife in Olinda with longtime Jewish residents who know the history well. Very moving to explore Jewish neighborhoods and imagine their energy before everyone moved. Jager was the historian who spoke only Portuguese but his sister Roseane translated which worked out alright. They were amenable when we wanted to stop and look at other sights along the way. Really a pleasure to spend the day with them.
Dear Denise, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure to spend the day with you exploring Recife and Olinda through the lens of Jewish history. Sharing these stories and walking through the old Jewish neighborhoods is always very meaningful for us. Jader was happy to contribute with the historical context, and Roseane is glad the translation worked well for you. We’re also pleased you enjoyed the flexibility to stop and explore other sights along the way. Thank you again for the opportunity to share this experience — you were wonderful company, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
Those who want to have a memorable, enriching and unforgettable experience about the early Jewish presence in Brazil, can do this tour. I met the first synagogue of the Americas : fascinating ... the house of Branca Dias ( in Olinda ) , the Jewish neighborhood , already from the post-war years , where there were shops , houses and a Jewish synagogue at the time but which is still in perfect condition . For those from Rio type to Plaza 11 and nearby areas. My guide picked me up at the hotel and we made several circuits. I felt very well received. Meu guia foi o Jader Taschlitsky . He has great knowledge of any matter involving the Jews and Recife. Masters the subject very well and is a very nice and friendly person.
Prezada Silvia, 🌟 Que alegria receber um relato tão especial como o seu! É extremamente gratificante saber que sua experiência conosco foi memorável e que pudemos proporcionar uma verdadeira imersão na história da presença judaica no Brasil. A visita à primeira sinagoga das Américas, à casa de Branca Dias em Olinda e aos antigos bairros judaicos de Recife realmente são momentos únicos, que conectam história, cultura e identidade de uma forma muito viva e emocionante. Ficamos muito felizes em saber que nosso guia, Jader Taschlitsky, fez a diferença no seu tour. De fato, ele é apaixonado pelo que faz e possui um conhecimento profundo, que enriquece ainda mais a experiência de quem nos visita. Agradecemos imensamente por escolher nossa agência para viver essa jornada de descoberta. Será um prazer recebê-la novamente para outros roteiros culturais, históricos e experiências inesquecíveis por Pernambuco e região. ✨ Seja sempre muito bem-vinda!
The tour was so educational. Our guide was knowledgeable and explained Jewish life in Recife now and long ago. Highly recommend this tour - we were able to see Recife and Olinda.
Dear Sharon, thank you very much for your words. We are very happy that you enjoyed the Jewish tour with Guide Victor, who is a great expert on Jewish history in Recife and Olinda. Until next time!
Victor is very, very knowledgeable, considerate and personable. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and were exposed to everything we wanted to see plus more. We were quite interested in seeing the synagogue and he explained its history in depth. We could not have been more pleased. Kudos to Victor. You are lucky to have him.
Jane, thank you very much for your words. Guide Victor loves what he does and understands the history of the Jews in Recife very well. Thank you for choosing our agency. Shalom and see you next time. Adi Zegman
The place provides excellent information and images about the arrival, stay and exodus of Jews in Brazil, helping to understand the history of these people, Recife and Brazil itself
Olá querido turista, muito obrigado pelo seu contato. Ficamos muito felizes que você tenha gostado do passeio judaico em Recife. Abraços e estamos à sua disposição Adi Zegman
I can say that the tourist service was excellent, made the difference in the trip. We learned a lot about the Jewish presence in Recife.
Prezado Dan, muito obrigado pelo seu review! A Sampa Trip é especializada em "Jewish tour". Recife tem uma história magnifica da vinda dos judeus "Sefaradim" vindo da Holanda. Estamos sempre a sua disposição. Shalom
