Basilica of St Therese of the Child Jesus, Minor basilica in Shubra district, Cairo, Egypt.
The Basilica of St Therese occupies a central position in Shubra, featuring architectural elements common to Roman Catholic churches of the 1930s period.
The construction of this religious structure began in 1931, following the establishment of Carmelites in the area, and reached completion in 1932.
Egyptian Catholics and Coptic Christians gather at this basilica, demonstrating the broad appeal of Saint Therese across different Christian denominations in Egypt.
Visitors can reach the basilica via the Saint Theresa metro station on Line 2, which provides direct access to this religious landmark.
The crypt walls display numerous votive tablets from individuals acknowledging the spiritual interventions attributed to Saint Therese of Lisieux.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Inception: 1930s
GPS coordinates: 30.08500,31.24640
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:46
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