Monastery of Saint Pishoy

The monastery buildings include five churches, gardens, a guesthouse, an ancient refectory, a library, and the Well of the Martyrs at five meters below sea level.

Monks constructed the original monastery around Saint Pishoy's cave in the fourth century, with defensive walls added during the ninth and eleventh centuries.

The monastery maintains Coptic Orthodox traditions through its five churches, including the largest church in Wadi El Natrun dedicated to Saint Pishoy.

The monastery functions as both a spiritual retreat and permanent residence for monks, featuring modern living quarters alongside historical structures.

The dining hall contains an ancient stone table next to the main church, highlighting the integration of communal meals into monastic practices.

Location: Beheira Governorate

Inception: 4 century

Founders: Pishoy

Elevation above the sea: -5 m

GPS coordinates: 30.31028,30.35528

Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:27