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Novgorod Veliky, Russia

The town of Veliky Novgorod, considered to be one of the oldest Russian towns, was founded in 504. For several centuries Veliky Novgorod was one of the most important cities in Russia, earning its place as a spiritual center and the cornerstone of Russian national culture.

Novgorod was home to many Jews for several centuries in spite of the fact that the city was far outside of the Jewish pale.

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Passover Seders Are Great Success
VELIKY NOVGOROD, Russia – Traditional Seders took place in Veliky Novgorod on the first two nights of Passover.

Intriguing Lecture Draws Novgorod Residents to Torah
NOVGOROD VELIKY, Russia – Professor Alexander Lakshin, the President of the ‘Magen League’ Association, paid a visit to the city of Novgorod Veliky to give a lecture, entitled “Torah and Science”.

Novgorod Jewish Leadership Meet with Governor
NOVGOROD VELIKY, Russia – On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, leaders of the Jewish community in Veliky Novgorod held a meeting with the region's Governor, Mikhail Prusak.