Things to Do in Coptic Cairo, Cairo
Old Cairo is home to the ancient Islamic architecture of Al-Azhar Mosque and Khan El Khalili bazaar. The area is steeped in history, with narrow streets that invite exploration and discovery.
- Hanging ChurchWorld Heritage Site
- Church and Monastery of St GeorgeMonastery
- Coptic CairoWorld Heritage Site
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Church and Monastery of St George
Monastery★The Church of St. George dates to the 10th century or earlier. However, the current structure on the site was built in the early 20th century, having been rebuilt after a 1904 fire.
Coptic Cairo
World Heritage Site★Old Cairo district with the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, and Roman fortress walls. It is directly served by Mar Girgis Metro.
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- 1Hanging Church
- 2Church and Monastery of St George
- 3Coptic Cairo
- 4Coptic Museum
- 5Mosque of Amr ibn al-As
- 6Basq
- 7Ben Ezra Synagogue
- 8Babylon Fortress
- 9Church of St. Barbara
- 10Calmology workspace & cafe
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