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Wadi El-Natron Monasteries: A Haven for Christian Heritage Tourism
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Natrn Valley
Wadi ElNatron which is in the eastern desert near the delta, is one of the prime attractions for the Christian religious tourist that comes to Egypt
Wadi ElNatron which is in the eastern desert near the delta, is one of the prime attractions for the Christian religious tourist that comes to Egypt
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Syrian Monastery - The guide will pick you up from your hotel in El-Behera to begin a Coptic tour to Wadi Natron. The tour will commence with a visit to The Monastery of El Syrian. This monastery, constructed by St. Beshoy in the sixth century, was dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It features a fascinating cave where St. Beshoy is believed to have…
- Syrian Monastery - The guide will pick you up from your hotel in El-Behera to begin a Coptic tour to Wadi Natron. The tour will commence with a visit to The Monastery of El Syrian. This monastery, constructed by St. Beshoy in the sixth century, was dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It features a fascinating cave where St. Beshoy is believed to have prayed, with his hair tied to the roof with a chain to keep him awake. The monastery was later acquired by Syrian monks, which is why it is now known as “Al-Suryan,” meaning “the Syrians.” This name is a shortened version of the monastery’s original long name.
What's Included
- Pick up and drop off
- Lunch at a local restaurant and Mineral water
- Transfers in a private car
- Coptic attractions mentioned in the program
- Tour Guide
- Pick up and drop off
- Lunch at a local restaurant and Mineral water
- Transfers in a private car
- Coptic attractions mentioned in the program
- Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Tipping (optional)
- Tipping (optional)
Location
Syrian Monastery
طريق دير السريان
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Happyhammer69
May 24, 2023
Very interesting history - A fascinating tour around the monastery by one of the senior monks who told us the history of the site and the purpose of many of the buildings.
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K8305anadamb
Oct 22, 2023
Wadi El-Natron - The valley, which owes its name to the natron that was once mined here and used by the ancient Egyptians for mummification, became the place where some of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world were built, some of which are still active today. Compact buildings with domed roofs surrounded by palm trees look interesting from a distance, and you should choose a day other than Sunday to visit them, because their interiors, filled with believers, are not available to tourists then.
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