| Sasson Synagogue | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Judaism (former) |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Synagogue |
| Status | Closed |
| Location | |
| Location | Rue Temple Sasson, Glymenopoulo, Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
| Architecture | |
| Funded by | Jacob Sassoon |
| Completed | 1910 |
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