Every year, tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews visit Olaszliszka, or Liska as the local Jewish community names it, a charming hideaway in Hungary.Liska Jewish Cemetery is a unique place for traditions and dedicated faith. The holy grave of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Friedman, or as the community calls him: "Hershel Lisker", the first home of Hasidism in Eu… Read More

Liska: Where Greatness Finds Its HomeKerestir Rebbe Steiner Sajele studied and lived hereRebbe Steiner Sajele of Kerestir studied in Liska at the home of Reb Hershele Friedmann, where he immersed himself in profound Torah knowledge and wisdom. This wisdom set him on his profound journey of dedication to the community.The core of Hasidic spiritual p… Read More

Located in Olaszliszka, Hungary, the Jewish Cemetery of Liska holds significant historical and spiritual value, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of Jewish traditions in the region. Often simply called "Liska," this cemetery is a significant landmark in Jewish history, deeply intertwined with the development and spread of Hasidic Judai… Read More

Olaszliszka, affectionately referred to as Liska by the local Jewish community, is a picturesque retreat in Hungary that draws tens of thousands of Orthodox Jewish visitors annually.This cemetery in Liska serves as a unique sanctuary for upholding cherished traditions and steadfast faith. The revered grave of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Friedman, known to t… Read More

In Hungary, Olaszliszka—referred to as Liska by the local Jewish community—is a delightful sanctuary that sees tens of thousands of Orthodox Jewish visitors annually.At Liska Jewish Cemetery, traditions and devoted faith find a unique and sacred place. The tomb of Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Friedman, belovedly referred to as "Hershel Lisker" by the com… Read More