The Jewish Quarter-Kazimierz is considered the heart of the city in the Jewish community since ancient days. It is located at a walkable distance from the Old Town between the Wisla River and ul. Dietla. As documented in history record, Approximately 64 000 Jews existed in Krakow prior to the World War II and largely resided in the Kazimierz area. In 1941 Jews were forcibly pulled from Kazimierz and migrated to Podgórze. Only 10 % of the population made it through the World War II as About 90% of Jews were murdered. Currently Kraków’s most enjoyable district and loaded with Jewish historical sites. Currently Kraków’s most enjoyable district and loaded with Jewish historical sites. The fact is, hardly any other place delivers a feeling of pre-war Jewish culture in Europe as good as Kazimierz. The Old Synagogue, Jewish Galicia Museum, Museum of Municipal Engineering and Ghetto Heroes Square were notable tourist points in Kazimierz. If you wish to learn more about Kazimierz history, going with a tour guide to understand more is highly recommend.
