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Egypt has always been an incubator of all monotheistic religions and their followers, setting an example of tolerance, coexistence and acceptance of the other throughout history. This is evidenced by the presence of many places of worship of Islam, Christianity and Judaism in different places throughout Egypt, and even more so that they meet in one area.
One of the most important features of the Hanging Church is that it contains 120 icons distributed on its walls, and inside it contains another church that can be climbed from a wooden staircase, which is the Church of Saint Mark.
Tel Basta and Tanis are ancient archaeological sites in Egypt that hold historical and cultural significance. Here’s some information about each site:
Tel Basta:
Tel Basta, also known as Bubastis, is located in the northeastern part of the Nile Delta in Egypt. It was the capital of the 18th nome (administrative division) of Lower Egypt during ancient times. The site was primarily dedicated to the worship of the feline goddess Bastet (also known as Bast).
The city of Tel Basta flourished during the Third Intermediate Period (1069-664 BCE) and the Late Period (664-332 BCE). It was a prominent religious and cultural center, known for its annual festival dedicated to Bastet, which attracted pilgrims from all over Egypt.
Excavations at Tel Basta have revealed the remains of temples, including the Temple of Bastet, which was once considered one of the largest and most beautiful temples in Egypt. The site also contains a cemetery with tombs and burial chambers.
Tanis:
Tanis, known in ancient times as Djanet, is another important archaeological site located in the northeastern Nile Delta. It was the capital city of the 19th and 20th dynasties during the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt.
Tanis rose to prominence as a political and cultural center, surpassing Thebes in importance during the Third Intermediate Period. It became the seat of power for the pharaohs of the 21st and 22nd dynasties. The city reached its peak during the reign of Pharaohs Ramses II and Shoshenq I.
The site of Tanis contains numerous ruins, including temples, palaces, and tombs. The most famous discovery at Tanis was the uncovering of the royal necropolis, where several pharaohs were buried. The treasures found in these tombs, including the famous gold funerary mask of Psusennes I, are now displayed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
Tanis gained further recognition when it was mentioned in popular culture, particularly in association with the fictional city of Tanis in the movie “Raiders of the Lost Ark.”
Visiting Tel Basta and Tanis offers an opportunity to explore ancient Egyptian history and witness the remnants of these once-great cities. Their archaeological sites provide insights into the religious, political, and cultural life of ancient Egypt, showcasing the architectural grandeur and artistic achievements of the time.
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| Per Person in Double: | 950 |
| Per Person in Triple: | 890 |
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After customs and baggage claim, your tour manager will meet you at Cairo International Airport and assist you. He will have either your name or the name of Aqua joy holidays written on a sign. You'll be escorted to the hotel in one of our air-conditioned luxury cars. When you get to the hotel, the tour manager will assist you in checking in quickly and will go over your vacation schedule with you to determine and confirm the pick-up times for each tour. Cairo overnight stay
The Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mycerinus, as well as the well-known Sphinx and Valley Temple, are among the seven wonders of the ancient world. After eating breakfast at your Cairo hotel, your private guide will accompany you to Giza at 9:00 AM. Lunch included. Then move to Egyptian Museum to see the history, More than 100,000 artifacts and treasure from ancient time, drop back to hotel, Overnight in Cairo hotel.
After eating breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your private guide will take you to see some of the city's churches. The Virgin Mary Church in Ma'adi will serve as the starting point of this journey. Following your visit to the Hanging Church and St. Sergius, you will continue on to Old Cairo where you will find the Church of St. George and the Fortress of Babylon, both of which the Holy Family passed by. Lunch at a neighbourhood eatery in Cairo. You will dine in your hotel for the evening and stay an additional night in Cairo.
Before visiting other significant Cairo churches, have breakfast at your hotel. Visit the holy tree "Mary's Tree" in El Matariya (the Ancient Heliopolis Area). It is the tree beneath which the holy family has slept. Additionally, the young Jesus awakened this tree by making water flow from a spring from which he drank. You will then crowd together to approach the aromatic balsam plant, which has a lovely scent. All perfumes contain this plant as an ingredient to create the swab or MYRON oil that is used in religious ceremonies. After that, proceed to Zeiton's Church of the Virgin Mary. The church is decorated with carvings of Jesus, the Virgin, and numerous icons painted by Italian artists. Lunch Included. Overnight in Cairo.
After breakfast, your personal guide will take you to Mostorad, also known as "El Mahamaah," or the bathing place, because it was there that the Virgin Mary bathed and washed the infant Jesus. overnight Cairo Kafr El Sheikh, located in the Nile Delta region. This area is known for its agricultural significance and its historical and religious sites. Explore the local mosques and churches, experiencing the peaceful atmosphere and learning about the religious traditions of the region. Lunch Included.
Your private guide will travel with you to continue the Holy Family Journey in Egypt after breakfast. Babastis will be the destination of your first trip there (Tel-Basta).Lies in the delta east of cairo You will then travel to Tanis, the main capital of the 26th dynasty, where Jesus caused a spring of water to flow for you to drink. You will then arrive at the little museum, Ramses Temple, and the royal tombs. Return to your Cairo hotel to spend the night. Lunch included.
Deir al-Malak One of these destinations is Deir al-Malak, which is considered the only monastery in Egypt that bears the name (the Angel Gabriel), and it was mentioned by historical references and history recorded its role in the beginning of monasticism in the fourth century since 356 AD. Jabal al-Naqlun is also proud that in its arms is the monastery that protected the early Christians from In addition to the rare holdings and wonderful artistic icons dating back to the year 1573 AD, the monastery also houses the remains of a number of the first martyrs who were killed at the hands of the Romans, in addition to the old church furniture and the historical holdings that are kept by it that are not found anywhere else. The monastery includes two churches, the archaeological Archangel Gabriel Church, which is the main church of the monastery. It was built in the fourth century AD. There are some frescoes dating back to the ninth and tenth centuries, four rare antique icons drawn on linen cloth pasted on wood, and the Archangel Michael Church, which was The carved monastery The carved monastery is located in Wadi El-Rayyan. Lunch Included.
The Monastery of Al-Azab dates back to the Roman era, and is located in the village of Al-Azab. It is known as the Monastery of the Virgin Mary and the Martyr Abi Sefein. It is called the Monastery of St. Anba Ibram because of the presence of the body of St. Anba Ibraam in it. The Monastery of Abu al-Leif is located north of Lake Qarun, 2 km northwest of Qasr al-Sagha, in the direction of the ruins of Dimiat al-Sabaa. Two caves remain in the mountain with seven Coptic inscriptions. It is likely that the monastery was used in the seventh and ninth centuries AD. Monastery of HamuliIt is located west of Fayoum, 27 km from Abshway Road, which is 16 km from Fayoum, and from there to Al-Nazlah, then Al-Hamuli, and it has archaeological ruins. The Monastery of Martyr Tawadros is located north of the village of Dasya, 6 km west of Fayoum. The church of the monastery was renovated during the reign of Anba Ibram, Bishop of Fayoum in the 18-19 century. Abu Sefein Monastery in Vidimen is one of the twelve-domed churches. Vidimen is located 12 kilometers from Fayoum on Al-Siliyan Road in the center of the village. The monastery is one of the churches of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries AD. Return to your Cairo hotel to spend the night. Lunch included.
Breakfast at the hotel and you will spend a free time at your leisure, then you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
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