Cairo, Egypt

Hanging Church

Hanging Church, Cairo

One of Egypt's oldest churches, suspended over a gatehouse of the Roman Babylon fortress. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it long served as the seat of the Coptic pope and treasures a marble pulpit and ancient icons.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Hanging Church, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 30.0054, 31.2301

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