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The Jewish cemetery in Olesno was established at the beginning of the 19th century, overlooking the valley of the Młynówka river. Previously, the dead were buried in the place where the Corpus Christi parish church stands today. In 1939, the cemetery became the property of the Association of Jews in Germany. The cemetery suffered partial devastation after World War II. To this day, about 200 matzevot decorated with mourning ornamentation have survived in the necropolis, including the oldest tombstone dating back to 1824, as well as the Bet Tahara pre-burial chapel, meaning the House of Purification, from the mid-19th century. The red brick building is crowned with a window featuring the Star of David motif. Practical information: The facility is available for sightseeing only after prior arrangement with the municipal authorities: tel. +48 34 359 78 41. Free admission. Sightseeing time: 1 hour. Parking spaces from Młyńska Street.