Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria

The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria is the second-ranking administrative center of the Eastern Orthodox Church and directs a broad network of Christian communities from here. The institution includes administrative offices, a theological library, and training schools for religious education.

The Evangelist Mark founded the patriarchate in the first century as one of the oldest centers of Christianity. This long history established it as one of the five major Orthodox leadership seats in the early Church.

The institution preserves Greek Orthodox traditions visible in its churches and daily worship practices while serving African Christian communities. You can experience this blend in how worshippers gather and participate in religious life here.

You will find administrative buildings and a library with theological works here that show how this institution operates. Plan time to explore the buildings and understand the spiritual significance of this place.

The patriarchate holds responsibility for all Orthodox believers across the entire African continent, making its ecclesiastical territory geographically vast. This reach demonstrates how widely Greek Orthodox presence extends across Africa.

Founders: Mark the Evangelist

Part of: Eastern Orthodox Church, Greek Orthodoxy

Website: http://patriarchateofalexandria.com

GPS coordinates: 31.19491,29.89634

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:22