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 Set out on a tour of Cairo and visit the places that were instrumental in the evolution of Christianity during your tour of Egypt. The Coptic Museum in old Cairo houses a rare collection of the first Christian relics, architectural ruins, textiles, icons and old manuscripts. Explore Qasr El Shama (old Cairo), renowned for its ancient churches.

The Suspended Church of El Moallaqa, built at the turn of the 4th century, is worth a visit. Standing on the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon, it houses a beautiful wood carving depicting Jesus Christ entering Jerusalem. Take this tour and get a glimpse into the religion and culture of Egypt.

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   Itinerary
  
  In the morning, you will be picked in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo. Accompanied by a guide, you will be taken to the Christian monuments of the city that are of religious and historical significance. You will visit the following sites:
  
  Al Moallaqa (The Suspended Church): It was built at the turn of the 4th century on the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon. You will come across a wood carving representing Jesus Christ entering Jerusalem. The church houses about 90 rare icons of basilican style.
  
  Abu Serga Church: The church is situated near the Coptic Museum and dates back to the 4th century. It was built on the basilican style on top of the cave that the Holy Family used as a shelter on their flight to Egypt, escaping from King Herod.
  
  The Church of the Virgin: The church dates back to the 8th century and contains precious icons and has three altars.
  
  The Coptic Museum: It is situated in Old Cairo and houses a rare collection of the first Christian relics, architectural remains, textiles, icons and old manuscripts. It exhibits the splendour of old Coptic art with its colours and ornamentation, which are considered a transitory style between Pharaonic and Islamic arts. This museum was founded in 1910 and offers the most extensive collection of Coptic artefacts in the world.
  
  After exploring the Christian monuments, you will  proceed to  The Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo which is located behind the Hanging Church and was once a church itself. The Ben Ezra Synagogue was originally a Christian church, which the Coptic Christians of Cairo had to sell to the Jews in 882 AD in order to pay the annual taxes imposed by the Muslim rulers of that time. The church was purchased by Abraham Ben Ezra, who came from Jerusalem during the reign of Ahmed Ibn Tulun, for 20,000 dinars. dropped back to your hotel in Cairo. .
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Note :

 By employing one guide for every two travelers (compared to one guide for 10-12 people at other companies), Cairo tours & packages / Egypt tours has been committed, from inception, to investing in the local people and economy. Today, Booking Cairo Tours has taken this commitment to supporting education for disadvantaged children in the Egyptian community.