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Wadi El-Natron Monasteries
Cairo, Egypt
$421
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Wadi ElNatron, a key site for Christian religious tourists, boasts a rich history tied to St. Macarius the Great and early monastic life. The area became a haven for Christians fleeing persecution in the 4th century.
- 🕊️ The region was home to numerous monasteries, with only four surviving today.
- 🏺 Monks established these sanctuaries to protect themselves from Berber and Bedouin threats.
- ⏳ This Coptic tour lasts 7 hours, offering an in-depth look at the area's significance.
- 📜 Christianity's arrival can be traced back to St. Macarius the Great around C.330.
- ⚔️ The area served as a refuge during systematic Roman persecution in the 4th century.
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Wadi El-Natron Monasteries
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
- Tour Guide
- Coptic attractions mentioned in the program
- Transfers in a private car
- Lunch at a local restaurant and Mineral water
- Pick up and drop off
- Tipping (optional)
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Our guide will take you from your hotel in El-Behera to start your Coptic tour to Wadi Natron , you will start your tour by visiting the The Monastery of El Syrian It was built by St. Beshoy in the sixth century. It was built to be dedicated to Virgin Mary. It has an interesting cave where St. Beshoy is said to have prayed with his hair tied with a chain to the roof to prevent him from sleeping. The monastery was acquired by Syrian monks at some time, this is why it gained its modern name “Al-Suryan” which means (the Syrians). The name is shortened from the monastery’s long name
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Wadi El-Natron Monasteries
Cairo, Egypt
$421
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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