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Coptic Cairo, Cairo

4.5

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Must see · World heritage site · Historic Walking Area · Neighborhood

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See a number of traditional churches belonging to the largest Christian community in the Middle East at Coptic Cairo, a historic part of town with many storied religious sites. The area has been of vital significance to the Copts, the largest Christian denomination in the region, who have built Orthodox churches here since the 4th century CE. Believed to have been visited by Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as they fled to Egypt, the neighborhood today draws scores of pilgrims. Take a tour of the main churches and head to the local museum to gain a better understanding of the history of the group, and how they came to thrive in the area. To visit Coptic Cairo and other attractions in Cairo, use our Cairo travel planner.

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FROM $16 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Islamic and Christian Cairo Day Tour Private Islamic and Christian Cairo Day Tour

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Duration: 6 hours

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FROM $16 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cairo City Tour Visit Egyptian Museum Coptic Christian Cairo and old Market Cairo City Tour Visit Egyptian Museum Coptic Christian Cairo and old Market

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Duration: 8 to 10 hours

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FROM $55 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half-Day Private Guided Tour of Coptic Cairo with Lunch Half-Day Private Guided Tour of Coptic Cairo with Lunch

4.4

Duration: 4 hours

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Duration: 4 hours

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FROM $46 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cultural Experience to Discover Coptic and Islamic Cairo With Qualified Guide Cultural Experience to Discover Coptic and Islamic Cairo With Qualified Guide

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Duration: 8 hours

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By fozjon

this is definitely a lovely area to walk around and explore. It would have been nice if we had time to linger, I think. But there are many old churches here and some significant "holy" sites.

this is definitely a lovely area to walk around and explore. It would have been nice if we had time to linger, I think. But there are many old churches here and some significant "holy" sites. more »
By T4055XCrohitk

Historic and unique area in Cairo. Very interesting to learn the history of the Coptic community. Church of the Cavern and St George’s are lovely. Can get quite crowded in the narrow alleys and small.... more

Historic and unique area in Cairo. Very interesting to learn the history of the Coptic community. Church of the Cavern and St George’s are lovely. Can get quite crowded in the narrow alleys and small.... more »

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