- The hanging church is currently 30 ft above the ground resting on 15 gracile columns which made it tower all of its surroundings back in the day.
- Its name, “Hanging Church,” refers to its unique construction, as it is built above the gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress, making it appear suspended in the air.
- Discover everything you need to know about Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), Cairo including history, facts, how to get there and the best time to visit.
- History: For those who are looking for one of the Middle East’s most beautiful churches, the Hanging Church is only a short walk away.
- Pay a visit to the Hanging Church, the oldest church in Cairo, located atop the gatehouse of Old Cairo's Roman fortress.
- Called by the name of the Hanging Church, the Church of the Virgin Mary in the Coptic Cairo enjoys a popularity among both Copts and tourists.
- In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the captivating world of the Hanging Church in Cairo, exploring its history, design, significance, and more.
- ...a stone facade inscribed with Coptic and Arabic marks the entrance to the 9th-century (some say 7th-century) Hanging Church, so named because it is...
- Lying at a mere distance of 15 meters South to the place, one can reach the Hanging Church from the Subway station easily by walk.