Supposed resting place of the Holy Family
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Nearest Train: Mari Girgis
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This, one of the oldest churches in Cairo, is built on the site where the Holy Family allegedly rested at the end of their journey to Egypt. Built in the fourth century, it subsequently burned down in the great fire of Fustat around A.D. 750. It was restored in the eighth century and has been renovated many times since then. The Church is dedicated to St. Sergius and St. Bacchus—two Roman soldier-saints who were martyred during the fourth Century in the reign of Roman Emperor Maximilan. The most interesting feature is the crypt where Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus are said to have rested. The crypt is 10 meters deep and, when Nile levels are high, is often flooded.
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Abu Serga
If your in the Old Cairo area, Abu Serga is a must see. It offers an atmosphere of authenticity that...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 06 2008
Been There Done That
When I went there, I didn't think it was that exciting. The place was a little run down to me....
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! User from on Apr 19 2005
