Kiryat Wolfson

Kiryat Wolfson (Hebrew: קריית וולפסון) is a Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) neighborhood in Jerusalem, Israel. It is located in the northern part of the city, situated near the intersection of Golda Meir Boulevard and Yirmiyahu Street.

The neighborhood was established in the 1970s through the initiative of Rabbi Yisrael Porush, with significant funding from the Wolfson Foundation. The name "Kiryat Wolfson" (Wolfson Neighborhood) commemorates the Wolfson family, known for their philanthropy towards Jewish causes worldwide. Isaac Wolfson was a prominent British businessman and philanthropist.

Kiryat Wolfson is characterized by its predominantly Haredi population and institutions. It features numerous synagogues, yeshivas (religious seminaries), schools, and other communal facilities catering to the specific needs of the Haredi community. Residential buildings in the neighborhood are typically multi-story apartment complexes.

The neighborhood maintains a distinct cultural and social environment, adhering to strict religious customs and practices. While it is part of modern Jerusalem, Kiryat Wolfson largely preserves its traditional Haredi lifestyle. The residents primarily speak Hebrew and Yiddish.

Kiryat Wolfson plays a significant role within the broader Haredi community of Jerusalem, and indeed, in Israel as a whole, contributing to the educational and religious life of the ultra-Orthodox population.