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<h2>Třebíč – The Basilica of St Procopius and the Zámostí Jewish quarter</h2><name id="Trebic">
<p><strong>The protected area of Třebíč, which became a UNESCO-listed site in 2003, includes the former Jewish Zámostí quarter, the Jewish cemetery to the north and the Basilica of St Procopius, part of a former Benedictine monastery. The town provides rare proof of the long-term peaceful coexistence of two cultures in medieval Moravia. The Jewish quarter, perfectly preserved in its spectacular location between the river and cliffs to the north of Třebíč’s town centre, developed from medieval times right up until the 20th century. The Romano-Gothic Basilica of St Procopius is a remarkable blend of European building styles from the mid 13th century. </strong></p>
<p>Třebíč is a town of exceptional religious sites. The most famous is the Romano-Gothic Basilica of St Procopius dating from the mid 13th century which has survived in its original shape and architectural style. But the fate of this gem of medieval European architecture has hung in the balance several times. The siege of Třebíč by Hungarian troops in 1468, during which the vast majority of buildings in the town were seriously damaged, had perhaps the greatest effect on the building. Since then the basilica has undergone extensive reconstruction several times, thanks to which it
can now welcome visitors in all its glory.
The mysterious atmosphere of winding streets, dark corners, arched passageways and other distinctive architectural features draws one into the Jewish quarter, now considered a place of European and world significance. Only five houses have ever been demolished here. In addition to the two synagogues, some 123 other buildings have survived including a town hall, a rabbinate, a Jewish school, a workhouse, a hospital, a ritual slaughterhouse, a tannery and the cemetery with its ceremonial hall. Třebíč’s Jewish cemetery deserves our attention for several reasons. It is the biggest Jewish cemetery in the Czech Republic with 3,000 tombstones and 11,000 graves. The tombstones come from various periods, from the Renaissance to the present day, and they paint a picture of the changing trends in Jewish headstone design over the centuries in Bohemia and Moravia. Elaborate Hebrew inscriptions mingle with Czech and German lettering, medieval with modern obelisks. Needless to say, this cemetery is just as worth visiting as the famous cemetery in Prague which has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the capital.
This remarkably well-preserved Jewish ghetto is testament to the peaceful coexistence of the local Jewish and Christian communities. Apart from Jerusalem, Trebíc’s Jewish quarter is the only wholly Jewish site to warrant an individual listing by UNESCO.</p>
<p>Třebíč is located between the towns of Brno, Jihlava and Znojmo. Třebíč is 180 km from Prague and a mere 60km from Brno.</p>
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