Desert Monasteries Of Wadi El Natroun - Tour From Cairo
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Desert Monasteries Of Wadi El Natroun - Tour From Cairo
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Highlights
Wadi El Natroun, the ancient valley in the western desert of Egypt home to many monasteries.
See the charm of Coptic art in all the monasteries you visit.
Learn about the history of Egypt at the Deir El Baramus or Monastery of the Romans, the oldest site in Wadi.
Don’t miss the splendid ivory work at the Church of St. John the Baptist.
At the historical monastery of the Syrians (Deir Al Sorian), visit the Church of The Virgin Mary. Known for its exquisite wall paintings, this monastery was founded by St. Bishoi who also set up another monastery
Deir Anba Beshoi - near this one.
Itinerary
Wadi El Natrun
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeSituated about 100 Skilometres northwest of Cairo. One of the most significant places in the Western Desert, it is a geological salt lakes vale indented in the desert that owes its name to the Natroun salt. The place has many monasteries and deserves a visit for their fine examples of Coptic art. You will visit the following sites:Monastery of Al-Baramus
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeMonastery of the Romans (Deir El Baramus): It is one of the oldest sites in Wadi and houses five churches. The area is traditionally famous for being the spot where two Roman priests fled the Christian persecution, have stayed here and established this monastery. You will come across the Church of the El-Adra, Church of Anba Tadrous, Church of St. John the Baptist, Chapel of Mari Gerges and Church of angel Michael.Wadi El Natrun
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeMonastery of the Syrians (Deir Al-Sorian): The monastery was named after Syrian monks who inhabited this place in the 8th century. You will come across exquisite wall paintings in its Church of The Virgin MaryWadi El Natrun
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeDeir Abu Maqar which is the richest monastery now in Wadi El-Natrun, as it has more than 100 monks and 600 workers in the extensive farm which spreads in front of it
What's included
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All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Brunch
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Personal extras
Tipping & Gratuities (not compulsory)
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
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Wadi El Natrun, Egypt
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