Discover the rich history of Old Coptic Cairo, a fascinating area filled with ancient Christian churches and historic sites. Explore the remnants of the fort of Babylon and immerse yourself in Egypt’s Christian heritage.
Discover the rich history of Old Coptic Cairo, a fascinating area filled with ancient Christian churches and historic sites. Explore the remnants of the fort of Babylon and immerse yourself in Egypt’s Christian heritage.
- Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) - visit the old Coptic Cairo. This colorful quarter is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the worlds oldest Christian denominations. Stop to see the Hanging Church, aka St Virgin Mary Church. Built in the 7th century, this old church takes its name from its location: sited above a…
- Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) - visit the old Coptic Cairo. This colorful quarter is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the worlds oldest Christian denominations. Stop to see the Hanging Church, aka St Virgin Mary Church. Built in the 7th century, this old church takes its name from its location: sited above a gateway in the old Roman fortress. Admire the courtyard and interior with its screens, marble pulpit and icons, and hear about its long history.
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- All fees and taxes included
- Tipping
- Tipping
Coptic Cairo is a distinctive section within Old Cairo, featuring a dense collection of Christian places of worship and various historical locations that span the time period from the pharaonic religion’s waning era to the advent of Islam, during which Christians comprised the majority in Egypt. This area is predominantly structured around the Babylon fortress, incorporating the remnants of its ancient walls.
Coptic Cairo is a distinctive section within Old Cairo, featuring a dense collection of Christian places of worship and various historical locations that span the time period from the pharaonic religion’s waning era to the advent of Islam, during which Christians comprised the majority in Egypt. This area is predominantly structured around the Babylon fortress, incorporating the remnants of its ancient walls.
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