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Mea Shearim (Hebrew: מאה שערים, lit., "hundred gates"; contextually, "a hundred fold") is one of the oldest Jewish neighborhoods in Jerusalem outside of the Old City. It is populated by Haredi Jews , and was built by members of the Old Yishuv .
Meah Shearim (a name which means "one hundred gates") is the core of present-day Geulah, and a historic monument in itself. Built in 1874 by a group of shareholders who pooled their resources to purchase the tract of land, Mea Shearim was the second Jewish neighborhood to be built outside the walls of the Old City.
Me'a She'arim. 183 reviews. #65 of 419 things to do in Jerusalem. Neighborhoods. Write a review. What people are saying. “ Good Food ” Nov 2022. Or we will throw Stones at you . “ Great for orthodox visitors ” Feb 2023. My regular stops include Manny's Bookshop (which has a wide range of books in many languages, including English), the...
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Founded in 1874, Mea Shearim was the fifth Jewish neighborhood outside Jerusalem's Old City walls
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Aug 3, 2019 · The neighbourhood of Mea She’arim, built in 1874, is near the Old City of Jerusalem (it is named after its “100 gates”). Today its narrow streets are a stronghold for the Haredim,...
Welcome to Mea Shearim, the heart of Israel's ultra-Orthodox community. Stepping foot into this captivating neighborhood in Jerusalem is like entering a parallel world. With its narrow cobbled streets, traditional dress, and deep-rooted religious beliefs, Mea Shearim offers a unique glimpse into the ultra-Orthodox way of life.
