Archaeological Coptic tour in aswan

Archaeological Coptic tour in aswan

He took the opportunity to visit the greatest and oldest monastery in Aswan, which is one of the largest Coptic monasteries. Its origins date back to the sixth century AD and remained full of monks at the end of the twelfth century AD and then visit the Cathedral Church Angel Michael and enjoy the drawings on the wall of the church and the stories of those drawings, which the guide will tell you about

Visit: Archangel Michael’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, Ferial Square, Aswan Egypt

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In the morning our guide will pick up you from your hotel in Aswan in an air-conditioned car to go in a Coptic tour in Aswan .

firstly you will go to The Monastery of St. Simeon in Aswan . The Monastery of St. Simeon in Aswan is one of the oldest Coptic Orthodox monasteries. It is one of the largest Coptic monasteries in the world and dates back to the sixth century. His original name was “Anba Hadra Monastery” and was restored in the tenth century. The monastery is located on a rocky elevation. The monastery will appear in front of you as if it were carved in the rock, as if it were an extension of the nature around it

take some pictures with this magnificent exterior view . When you enter the monastery, you will feel that you have suddenly moved to one of the old forts. Consider pictures of monks, inscriptions, and the remaining faded colors on the walls.

Take a short break for lunch in a local restaurant .

Your next step will the Cathedral of Angel Mickhael in aswan‏ . It is also the largest Coptic cathedral outside Cairo; it is also a tourist attraction for foreigners. you will find yourself in front of a huge building,  Many domes, and a large marble square; surrounded by trees and Nile water. There are Arab inscriptions and ornaments that surround the Coptic paintings. The cathedral was designed to be in the modern style from the outside, and a more ancient style from the inside.

Finally you will transfer to your hotel in Aswan

Duration: 6 hours