Milan Jewish & Kosher Guide 2024: Kosher Info in Milan, Italy

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About Milan

Milan is an ancient city in northern Italy first settled in about 400 BC by Celtic Insubres. Milan fell under Austrian rule in the beginning of the 19th century and remained so until it rejoined the Kingdom of Italy in 1861. Milan experienced an economic boom after World War II. Milan became one of the world's fashion capitals during the 1980s with the success of Milanese fashion houses like Armani, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana. The city suffered from political scandal and financial crisis in the 1990s. Milan underwent an economic redevelopment in the early 21st century as well as a reversal of the decades long population decline.

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Milan

Jewish history in Milan dates back as early as the first centuries, during the Roman period. The early history of the Jews of Milan is tumultuous with the destruction and rebuilding of the synagogue and Jews being exiled from the area. There were only 500 members of the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. The Jewish community only began to grow after Jews were granted full rights as citizens with the unification of Italy in 1859. The Jewish community continued to grow and a new large synagogue was built in 1900. At the onset of WWII, the Jewish community in Milan numbered around 12,000 but by the end of the war, there were only about 5,000 Jews, including refugees from the surrounding area. Jews from Arab countries immigrated to Milan after the State of Israel declared independence. Today, there are about 5,500 Jews living in Milan.
The city has a number of synagogues, Jewish schools, Chabad and kosher restaurants and shops. Milan, as well as other cities in Italy have a rich Jewish history and vibrant Jewish communities. Italy is a popular vacation destination all year round as well as for Passover Programs. See our detailed list of Passover Programs around the world.


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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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