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St. Simon "the tanner" Monastery

St. Simon "the tanner" Monastery

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02 23414080

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Egypt, القاهرة

Shawqi, Al Abageyah, El-Khalifa, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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Information about St. Simon "the tanner" Monastery

The Monastery of St. Simeon Al-Kharraz or the Mokattam Plateau, is a distinguished archaeological landmark in Cairo Governorate, specifically in the Mokattam area. It is characterized by a beautiful architectural character, as the front facade of the two-domed monastery contains a large panel with religious drawings of Christ, and there is a unique church built In the inner cavity of the mountain, near the grotto where Saint Simeon al-Kharraz is buried, the area is a destination for tourists and locals who come to pray, explore the place and take memorial photos.

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features St. Simon "the tanner" Monastery

Suitable for children
Indoor Seating
Family-friendly
Suitable for groups
Parking Available

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Churches & Monasteries
Archeological Sites

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