Church of Saint Simon in Cairo, Cave church in Mokattam Mountain, Egypt.
The Church of Saint Simon features a vast interior space carved into limestone rock, with multiple chambers spreading across different levels of Mokattam Mountain.
The church opened in 1975 to serve the local Coptic population, who settled in the area after migrating from southern Egypt during the 1940s.
The walls display 76 carved religious artworks that represent traditional Coptic art, telling biblical stories and depicting the lives of various saints.
The church holds religious services daily and accommodates up to 20,000 people, making it the largest Christian church in the Middle East.
Located in Cairo's garbage collection district, the church serves a community that developed an efficient recycling system processing the city's waste.
Location: Cairo
Address: 27JG+3PW، البيدق، Ghayt Al Adah, Abdeen, Cairo Governorate 4421240, Egypt 4421240
GPS coordinates: 30.03023,31.27677
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:11
The historical monuments of Cairo range from ancient pyramids to medieval mosques. The religious heritage includes Coptic churches and Fatimid mosques. Museums exhibit collections of Egyptian antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. The historic center features traditional souks, Ottoman palaces, and Mameluke fortifications. The monumental historical sites extend from ancient pyramids to medieval mosques, covering a wide array of architectural styles and eras.
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