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Kosher and Jewish Life in Djerba

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Djerba. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Djerba, Tunisia.

Kosher Eateries

Kosher & JOFY* Hotels

Jewish Communities

Kosher & JOFY* Vacation Rentals

Mikvahs

Synagogues

*JOFY - Jewish Observant Friendly, not necesessarily kosher.

About Djerba

Djerba, an island off the coast of Tunisia, is a popular vacation destination with Mediterranean beaches and whitewashed desert towns influenced by Berber, Arab, Jewish and African cultures. Houmt Souk is the main city, known for its handicraft markets, fishing port and 16th-century fortress, Borj el Kebir. To the south is El Ghriba synagogue, a pilgrimage site for North African Jews. The population is estimated (as at 1 July 2013) is 158,941. Djerba has a mild climate and fertile soil. Known for its beautiful beaches and dramatic sunsets, the island is a popular tourist destination, particularly with French, German and Italian tourists.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Djerba

A Jewish minority has dwelt on the island continuously for more than 2,500 years. This community is unique in Jewish history for its unusually high percentage of Kohanim (Hebrew; the Jewish Priestly caste), direct Patrilineal descendants of Aaron, the first Biblical high priest. Because of this, the island is known among Jews as the island of the Kohanim. One of the community's synagogues, known simply as El Ghriba synagogue, is one of the most famous synagogues in the world. This is because it has been in continuous use for over 2,000 years. As of 2011, the permanent resident community on the island numbered about 1000, but many return annually on pilgrimage.

Weather In Djerba

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Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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