| Nezah Israel Synagogue | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Judaism (former) |
| Rite | Nusach Ashkenaz |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Synagogue |
| Status | Closed |
| Location | |
| Location | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
| Architecture | |
| Completed | 1920 |
The Nezah Israel Synagogue was a former Jewish congregation and synagogue, located in Alexandria, Egypt. The congregation, who worshiped in the Ashkenazi rite, completed the synagogue in 1920. [1]
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