Jewish cemetery in Kareli

The Jewish cemetery in Kareli is a historical place and an important part of the cultural and ethnic heritage of Georgia. Located in a small urban village of Kareli, it preserves traces of the life and death of the Jewish population of the region.

The cemetery serves as an excellent example of traditional Jewish funerary art with ancient tombstones, many of which are decorated with traditional Jewish symbols and inscriptions. A visit to the cemetery provides an opportunity to become familiar with the non-standard rituals and burial customs of the Jewish people.

In addition, since recent archaeological excavations on the territory of the cemetery, it has become known about its invaluable significance for studying the history of the Jewish Diaspora in Georgia.

The Jewish cemetery in Kareli is the right destination for historians, researchers, lovers of cultural archeology, as well as those interested in Jewish traditions and history.