St.George Greek Orthodox Church - What to See in Cairo - Travel to Egypt - Churches in Egypt

St.George Greek Orthodox Church - What to See in Cairo - Travel to Egypt - Churches in Egypt

St.George Greek Orthodox Church - What to See in Cairo - Travel to Egypt - Churches in Egypt Planning to travel to Egypt? When planning to travel anywhere, it's good to have a list of places to see on your trip. St. George's Church in Cairo, Egypt is one place we would reccomend to add to your travel list for Egypt. Here are some great facts about it: -Built within Babylon Fortress in Coptic Cairo, north of the Coptic Museum, -The Greek Orthodox Monastery and Church of Saint George. -It’s dedicated to Saint George who is said to have once killed a dragon. -Originally, it was built in 684 AD by the wealthy scribe Athanasius. -St George (Mar Girgis) is one of the region’s most popular Christian saints. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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The Hanging Church - Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church - What to See in Egypt

The Hanging Church - Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church - What to See in Egypt

Here are some great facts about The Hanging Church in Egypt. - The Hanging Church is the most famous Coptic Christian church in Cairo. - It’s located in El Fustat, old Cairo, specifically Coptic Cairo, which has the largest collection of Christian artwork and artefacts worldwide. - The area included six churches that date back to the early Christian Era. - It’s one of the oldest churches in Egypt, dating back to the 9th century, but the site is thought to be occupied by a church since the 3rd century. - It’s called the Hanging Church because it’s suspended over Babylon Fortress. - The church has 110 icons, the oldest of which dates back to the 8th century. - The ornate interior is covered in bone and ivory inlaid designs, that seem influenced by the geometric and organic forms. We hope you enjoyed this video and you have added this to your list on your future holidays in Egypt! Let us know your thoughts in the comments. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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St Barbara Church Egypt - What to See in Egypt - Travel to Egypt - History of Egypt

St Barbara Church Egypt - What to See in Egypt - Travel to Egypt - History of Egypt

St Barbara Church Egypt - What to See in Egypt - Travel to Egypt St Barbara Church in Cairo, Egypt is a stunning building filled with the history of Egypt and christianity in Egypt. Here are some more interesting facts about the Church of St Barbara: - St. Barbara Church is dedicated to a martyr who was beaten to death by her father for trying to convert him to Christianity. - It was originally dedicated to St. Cyrus and St. John, who were worshipped for their healing powers. - The church is located on the Eastern part of the Babylon Fortress. - It’s one of the oldest churches in Cairo, dating back to the 5th or 6th century AD. - It houses some rare icons of St Barbara, Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ. - The relics of Saint Barbara along with other saints’ are kept at the church. We hope you enjoyed this video and you have added this to your list on your future holidays in Egypt! Let us know your thoughts in the comments. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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Mosque of Amr ibn al-As - Travel to Egypt - History of Egypt - What to See in Egypt

Mosque of Amr ibn al-As - Travel to Egypt - History of Egypt - What to See in Egypt

Mosque of Amr ibn al-As - Travel to Egypt - History of Egypt - What to See in Egypt - Mosques in Egypt Here are some great facts about the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As: - The mosque of Mosque of Amr ibn al-As is the first mosque ever built in Africa. - The construction of the mosque began around the year 642 AD. - It’s said to be located on the site of General Amr Ibn El As’ tent - Where he found out a dove laid an egg and considered the site sacred. - Letting a bird choose a location was an Islamic tradition. - He conquered Egypt the same year under Caliph Omar Ibn El Khattab. - The Mosque of Amr Ibn El As became the first real university, -not only in Egypt, but also in the entire world. - Religious preaching and lessons in Quranic science took place there. We hope you enjoyed this video and you have added this to your list on your future holidays in Egypt! Let us know your thoughts in the comments. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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A Trip to Coptic Cairo - Religious Complex in Egypt - What to See in Egypt - History of Egypt

A Trip to Coptic Cairo - Religious Complex in Egypt - What to See in Egypt - History of Egypt

A Trip to Coptic Cairo - Religious Complex in Egypt - What to See in Egypt - History of Egypt If you want to know what to see in Egypt on your next trip, we would highly recommend a trip to Coptic Cairo. From the rich history of the origin of christianity in Egypt to the beautiful architecture of the churches and synagogues, there's something from everyone. Here are some great facts about the area and complex: The Coptic Museum is located inside the ruins of the Roman Fort of Babylon In Coptic Cairo, surrounded by many historical Churches. It has the largest collection of Egyptian Christian artefacts in the world. The foundation of the Coptic Museum goes back to the era of the Persians. Later, lots of items were added by the Roman emperors August and Trajan. French Egyptologist Maspero had a major role in establishing the museum, By reviving the interest in Coptic art at the end of the 19th century, As he spent a long time collecting Coptic monuments from all around Egypt. The founder of the Museum in modern times is Marcus Simaika Pasha, who added it to the Egyptian Committee for Preserving Antiquities and Art. The museum was officially opened to the public in 1901. Now, it displays around 1600 items collected from different centuries and from various regions all around Egypt. It shows a rich mixture of Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman-monuments thus linking ancient, Christian and Islamic Egypt, in an interesting fusion of cultures inside and outside the museum. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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St.George Shrine - Church of St. George Egypt - Egypt Travel Guide - Egypt Tourism

St.George Shrine - Church of St. George Egypt - Egypt Travel Guide - Egypt Tourism

St.George Shrine - Church of St. George Egypt - Egypt Travel Guide - Egypt Tourism In this video, we take a trip to the Church of St. George in Cairo, Egypt to visit the St.George Shrine. The monastery is rich in history and a big favourite for visitors to Cairo. Here are some great facts about the Church of St.George Built within Babylon Fortress in Coptic Cairo, north of the Coptic Museum, the Greek Orthodox Monastery and Church of Saint George. It’s dedicated to Saint George who is said to have once killed a dragon. Originally, it was built in 684 AD by the wealthy scribe Athanasius. St George (Mar Girgis) is one of the region’s most popular Christian saints. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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Tombs of the Nobles Saqqara - Saqqara Facts - Ancient Egypt - What to see in Egypt

Tombs of the Nobles Saqqara - Saqqara Facts - Ancient Egypt - What to see in Egypt

Tombs of the Nobles Saqqara - Saqqara Facts - Ancient Egypt - What to see in Egypt If you love history especially the history of ancient Egypt and you want to know what to see in Egypt, the the Tombs of the Nobles needs to be on your list. Here are some really interesting facts about the Tombs of the Nobles, Saqqara -Saqqara is the main cemetery of the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. -It’s considered the land of treasures, because it’s rich in monuments. -It includes a lot of royal and non-royal tombs from several dynasties. -The wall of the tombs are decorated with magnificent paintings and text. We are Connolly Cove. We share the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield with you through our travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep. Learn more about where you should visit by checking out our website! www.connollycove.com If you want to find out more about other attractions in Northern Ireland, Ireland and beyond click the links below: https://youtu.be/CuyM8-3raFs https://youtu.be/6Dg1zmGwkwQ https://youtu.be/HZSIkQs6R_k https://youtu.be/4Cr6kTSORN4 https://youtu.be/VpE2cn28Q_w https://youtu.be/jUz5LMkHi6Y

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