The Hanging Church of Cairo, a Coptic jewel “suspended” over the fortress of Babylon: tradition of the Holy Family, unique icons and centuries of patriarchal history
Intern of the Hanging Church in Old Cairo Matyas Rehak - Shutterstock
Mary's tree at Matariyya Inma Alvarez
The Tree of Mary in Matariyya: miraculous well, legendary balm and a sycamore tree that remains a symbol of refuge on the Holy Family’s route.
The Well of Child Jesus at the archaeological site of Tell Basta Inma Alvarez
Tell Basta (Bubastis), ancient capital of the cult of Bastet and setting of the Coptic tradition of the Holy Family: pharaonic ruins, miraculous well and intertwined biblical prophecies
Cave Church in Abu Serga Daniel Samray - Shutterstock
Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt: crypt of the Holy Family, basilica architecture and a living legacy in the heart of Cairo.
Coptic church in Anafora, Nile delta region, between Cairo and Alexandria. Senderistas - Shutterstock
Anafora, retreat center in the Egyptian desert: Coptic spirituality, silence, training, organic farming and community that transforms lives.
Unterlinden Museum. Adoration of the Christ Child by the Magi. Martin Schongauer. Late 15th century. godongphoto - Shutterstock
Explore the legend of the fourth wise man, an eternal traveler whose journey across pilgrimage routes symbolizes searching, detours and the humanity of the road
Courtyard of Deir Anba Maqar Jason Mallia
Monastery of Saint Macarius the Great, cradle of the Christian desert in Wadi El Natrun: relics of saints, seven churches and a living Coptic monastic tradition
Main entrance of Deir Al-Suryan Jason Mallia
Syriac Monastery of Saint Mary: a 6th-century jewel in Wadi El Natrun, famous for its manuscripts, frescoes, and the tradition of Saint Ephrem the Syrian.
Main entrance of Deir Al-Baramus Jason Mallia
Coptic Monastery of Paromeos: founded in the 4th century by Saint Macarius, home of Saint Moses the Black and living jewel of the Wadi El Natrun desert.