Our Lady of Heliopolis Co-Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Heliopolis, Egypt
The cathedral features Byzantine Revival architecture with grand domes, arches, and a southwest-facing facade incorporating elements from Eastern Orthodox design traditions.
Baron Edouard Empain commissioned this religious structure in 1911, selecting architect Ernest Jaspar to create a cathedral that mirrors the design of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia.
The cathedral contains 1,407 pipes in its organ from 1914, providing musical accompaniment during religious services and ceremonies for the Catholic community.
Located on Al-Ahram Square, the cathedral welcomes visitors throughout the day and requires approximately one hour to explore its architectural features and interior spaces.
The cathedral's crypt houses the remains of Baron Empain and his family members, connecting the building directly to the founders of modern Heliopolis.
Location: Heliopolis
Inception: 1913
Architects: Ernest Jaspar
GPS coordinates: 30.09362,31.32521
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:04
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