Tag Archive for: Christian Sites in Egypt
Monastery of Saint Paul – A Coptic Wonder Of The Desert
Make your dreams come alive; explore the desert; experience life in oases, and head for the hills to explore the spectacular cave built Monastery of Saint Paul.
Monastery Of Saint Anthony – A Gem In The Red Sea Mountains
Prepare for a venture into a medieval world where Coptic Christian rituals have remained unchanged for more than 16 centuries – visit the Eastern Desert’s Monastery of Saint Anthony.
Monastery Of St. Simon The Tanner – A Haven In The Urban Sprawl
Hidden amongst the vast urban sprawl of modern day Cairo, lies a very unique religious site known as the Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner (Monastery complex of St. Sama'an), and it’s a real gem.
The Church Of St. George – A Gem In The Heart Of Old Cairo
Located right in the very heart of Old Cairo, In the Coptic Compound, one will find the delightful old Church of St. George, and it really is well worth a visit.
Church Of St. Barbara – A Resting Place For The Holy Family
With so many sites to visit in Egypt, one would be forgiven for overlooking places like the Church of St. Barbara, but it honestly is a little gem worth seeing.
Visiting Ben Ezra Synagogue in Old Coptic Cairo
Considering that Egypt has been home to so many different cultures and religions, it’s not surprising to see the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue at the heart of Cairo City.
Saint Simeon Monastery – Ruins Of A 7th Century Monastery
Saint Simeon Monastery is a 7th century church built by a monk of the Nile River’s Elephantine Island, but it was almost totally destroyed when Saladin invaded.
Wadi Natrun – A Forgotten Village Of Hermits And Monasteries
Wadi Natrun is a valley in Egypt, not far from Cairo, that has served many purposes throughout history, including being home to many hermits and many monasteries.
