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Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
A landmark of the Coptic Orthodox faith, Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) also represents one of the country's oldest religious structures. The church remains best known for its distinctive 19th-century bell towers, 11th-century outer porch, and atmospheric courtyard. The interior showcases many traditional motifs of Coptic art, including geometric designs, icons depicting Biblical characters, and symbolic structural components, including 13 pillars representing Christ and his disciples. Use our Cairo trip planner to arrange your visit to Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) and other attractions in Cairo.
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This church is very close to the Coptic Museum and I thought it was the much more interesting of the two. Not huge but it takes a while to look at all the artifacts, especially the relics of dozens...
This church is very close to the Coptic Museum and I thought it was the much more interesting of the two. Not huge but it takes a while to look at all the artifacts, especially the relics of dozens... more »
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The church has been built on the fortress of Babylon. Just before entering, at street level, there is a sign that says 'Roman tower'. I visited the church in the afternoon, and could see the Liturgy..... more
The church has been built on the fortress of Babylon. Just before entering, at street level, there is a sign that says 'Roman tower'. I visited the church in the afternoon, and could see the Liturgy..... more »
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This was quite a revelation for us knowing this is all associated with the plight of Hazrat Issa/Jesus. The church next door has the place where the holy family took refuge with a well they drank...
This was quite a revelation for us knowing this is all associated with the plight of Hazrat Issa/Jesus. The church next door has the place where the holy family took refuge with a well they drank... more »
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..a popular tourist attraction in the heart of Cairo. It's many centuries old, there are many preserved Coptic orthodox historical items to see. The place is accessible by metro, and there high presence of security officers here to protect tourist and the monuments. Check this up when you are in Cairo.
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Such a great visit! We had so much fun! It's very well organized! Can be reached by the Metro. There are several churches and a synagogue in the area, worth a visit!
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It is located in Coptic Cairo. This area is a must see. Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church also known as The Hanging Church is one of the oldest churches in Egypt and the history of a church on this site dates to the third century. It belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
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Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church also known as The Hanging Church is one of the oldest churches in Egypt and the history of a church on this site dates to the third century. It belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
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Ancient church built on two pillars of Babylon, a holy place with beautiful ancient paints and parts of siants dead bodies. (Rofat). One of the places that the holy family visited during their escape to Egypt.
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