THE HUNGARIAN VILLAGE OF OLASZLISZKA, OR LISKA AS IT IS KNOWN TO THE LOCAL JEWISH COMMUNITY, IS A MAGICAL RETREAT THAT WELCOMES TENS OF THOUSANDS OF ORTHODOX JEWS ANNUALLY.

The Hungarian village of Olaszliszka, or Liska as it is known to the local Jewish community, is a magical retreat that welcomes tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews annually.

Every year, tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews visit Olaszliszka, or Liska as the local Jewish community names it, a charming hideaway in Hungary.The Liska Jewish Cemetery stands out as a unique sanctuary for tradition and unwavering faith. This location is home to the venerated grave of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Friedman, or "Hershel Lisker" as he is kno

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Olaszliszka, known locally as Liska, is a captivating retreat in Hungary that attracts tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews annually.

Olaszliszka, known locally as Liska, is a captivating retreat in Hungary that attracts tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews annually.The uniqueness of Liska Jewish Cemetery lies in its role as a sacred space for tradition and dedicated faith. The holy grave of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Friedman, or as the community calls him: "Hershel Lisker", the first hom

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8 never heard facts about Hasidic Jews holiday in Liska at the Home of Hasidism < Tzvi Hersh < Hershele Lisker

Situated in the northeastern part of Hungary, Olaszliszka, or Liska, is a small village worth mentioning. While it may seem like an ordinary rural town, Olaszliszka holds a special significance for tens of thousands of Orthodox Hasidic Jewish people who make a pilgrimage to this humble village every year. The reason behind this influx of visitors

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