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Old City (Coptic Cairo)

Cairo, Egypt
Ranked #12 of 124 attractions in Cairo
4.5 of 5 stars 194 Reviews
Type: Neighborhoods, Historic Walking Areas, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: Once known as the Roman stronghold of Babylon, Cairo’s oldest section is the ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community featuring five original...... more » Owner description: Once known as the Roman stronghold of Babylon, Cairo’s oldest section is the ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community featuring five original churches, the first mosque built in Egypt and the oldest synagogue, all representing three of the major world religions. « less
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San Antonio, Texas
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Looked at the old churches and the basement where the holy family stayed while in Egypt More

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French Creek
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

loved this out of the way tour very nice to see the culture still alve and well More

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Bathurst, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I had heard a lot of hype about Coptic Cairo and it is amazing, just not what I expected it to be. My tour guide was fantastic and very knowledgable, but it was basically just looking at the Jewish synagogue, Coptic Christian church, and Muslim mosque within the one block. Well worth the visit, but the hype was not warranted...... More

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Mumbai
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

If you planning to buy a memory Souvenir from Egypt, visit here. Prices are not fixed, need to bargain. They quote atleast double, so if some one quotes 50 Egyptian Pounds, ask for 25 Pounds. Plenty of items to see and buy. More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

I believe everybody should stop by Coptic Cairo. You can see the ancient walls of Babylon, the Hanging Church, the Coptic Museum, & St. George's Church. It is right off a metro stop, so not much to get there. And the metro only costs 1 Egyptian pound to ride on way, no matter who far you go. I definitely recommend... More

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Valrico, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

I was really happy that our guide suggested it !!! We had a GREAT time and took lots of pictures. More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

This place is a definite must see for people who prefer the less touristy areas whilst traveling. You need a good few hours to do this trip but it is well worth it and you feel touched when you leave. More

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Harrogate
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118 reviews 118 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

No too be missed all the churches even a synagogue!! but St Georges Church was being refurbished but went in the Chapel to the side and had a new experience!!! on the wall to the right as u go in is a long chain with a metal "dog collar" while I was there a Egyptian lad put it on and... More

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Campinas, SP
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68 reviews 68 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

a place to spend a half a day...lost in this poor but very local area, safety to walk durant the day..a lots of mosque to view and visit and large number of local coffee shop More

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Los Angeles, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

a lot of churches to see in this area. Will do more research or hire a guide next time, very easy to get lost in here... More

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