Deir el-Qadisa Damyana

Deir el-Qadisa Damyana stands at an elevation of 5 meters above sea level, featuring traditional Coptic architectural elements across its religious complex.

The monastery holds deep connections to Saint Demiana, a Christian martyr from Egypt, and continues its centuries-old traditions of monastic life.

The monastery maintains regular religious ceremonies and prayer sessions, serving as a central location for Coptic Orthodox worship in the Dakahlia region.

Visitors can reach the monastery by taking transportation from Cairo to the Dakahlia Governorate, located northeast of the capital city.

The monastery functions both as an active religious center and a preservation site for ancient Coptic practices, situated in Egypt's northern delta region.

Location: Dakahlia Governorate

Elevation above the sea: 5 m

GPS coordinates: 31.29440,31.38841

Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:11