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[2025 Cairo Attraction] Travel Guide for The Hanging Church (Updated Mar)

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Whether you are Christian or not, Hanging Church is worth a visit. The Bible records that the family of Jesus came here to take refuge. The church, which was built in the 3rd century, was once located above the south gate of the Babylonian castle. The atrium of the church appears to be suspended from the aisle, hence the name. Inside the church, the hanging church is in the shape of a rectangular hall. Entering the sanctuary through the inner courtyard, two rows of columns support the arched wooden roof, which divides the altar into three. The altar screen inlaid with ivory and the pulpit made of marble are exquisite. On the right side of the front of the sanctuary, there is a very special glass floor, you can watch the scene under your feet, it feels very strange. The supporting columns inside the church, made of marble, symbolize Jesus and his 12 disciples. One is made of black basalt and represents Judas who later betrayed Jesus. Admire Christian frescoes There are many frescoes on the walls of the church, mostly portraits of suffering Christians. Many valuable historical relics, including portraits and handicrafts, dating back to the 8th century, are now housed in the Coptic Museum. In addition, there are stalls in the well-designed inner courtyard selling videotapes of sacred music and the Pope's sermons. There are also many attractions around the Hanging Church. You can visit the following tour order: Roman Tower - St. George's Church - Hanging Church - St. Sergius Church - St. Barbara Church - Ben Ezra Synagogue , these attractions are very close to each other and can be completed on foot.

Address:
Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001, Egypt
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hours
Phone:
+20-2-23636305
Ticket Price
Free entry
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