Nesher

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Nesher

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Nesher is a city in the Haifa District of Israel, originally established in 1923 as a workers' town for the Nesher Cement factory. The city expanded significantly after 1948, incorporating neighborhoods built over the former Palestinian village of Balad al-Sheikh. It is known for its high-performing education system and strong academic achievements.

Statistics

Area

12.09 km²

Population

22,896

Location