A Virtual
Journey through
Jewish Serbia and Croatia

Sunday, April 2
USA 12:00 pm PT / 3:00 pm ET
UK 8:00 pm / France 09:00 pm / Israel 10:00 pm
The talk will last approximately 90 minutes
About this talk
Join us for an overview of the rich history
of Jewish presence in Serbia and Croatia, two Balkan countries which were part of ex-Yugoslavia.
Learn about the Sephardic and Ashkenazi communities of Dubrovnik, Split, and Zagreb (Croatia). Travel through the Jewish heritage of Belgrade and visit the magnificent newly restored Subotica synagogue and the Novi Sad Temple (Serbia).
In addition, you will have the opportunity to embark on a scenic virtual tour of the region's spectacular sights. Our journey will make stops on the Adriatic coast, national parks, and the bustling streets of the capital cities of Zagreb and Belgrade.
About Joseph
Joseph Benatov holds a Ph.D. in comparative literature from the University of Pennsylvania, where he teaches Hebrew. He is originally from Bulgaria and a member of Sofia's Jewish community. Joseph has over 15 years of experience leading travelers across the Balkans, including UNESCO representatives, 92nd Street Y visitors, JDC board members, and Anti-Defamation League officials. He lectures regularly on the history of Jewish life in Bulgaria and on Balkan Sephardic culture. Every summer Joseph leads Sephardic trips to the Balkans. You can find out more at https://sephardicbalkans.com/
This event is a live experience. RECORDINGS WON'T BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE TALK
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This event is a live experience. RECORDINGS WON'T BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE TALK