La iglesia colgante
La iglesia ortodoxa copta más visitada es una de las cosas que hacer en El Cairo, situada en el barrio de El Cairo Antiguo, en la región del Cairo copto antiguo, cerca de la Mezquita de Amr Ibn Al-Aas, el Templo Judío, la Sinagoga de Ben Ezra, la Iglesia de la Marina, junto al Fuerte de Babilonia, y la Iglesia del Mártir Mercurio (Abu Seifin).
La Iglesia Colgante (Iglesia de la Santísima Virgen María) es el sitio más famoso de El Cairo copto, conocido por la Iglesia Colgante. Su nombre proviene del hecho de que fue construido en la parte superior de las murallas del siglo IV a.c. Fortaleza romana de Babilonia, cuyos restos aún son visibles en el Cairo copto.
Data del siglo noveno, pero se cree que el sitio fue ocupado por primera vez en la iglesia desde el siglo tercero, lo que lo convierte en uno de los sitios religiosos cristianos más antiguos de Egipto. Es considerado como la más bella de las antiguas iglesias de la zona.
El Cairo copto es un área única que tiene una concentración de iglesias cristianas y otros sitios que datan de los siglos transcurridos entre el declive de la religión faraónica y la llegada del Islam cuando Egipto tenía la mayoría cristiana. El Cairo copto se construye principalmente alrededor del fuerte de Babilonia sobre los restos de sus muros.
Tours Incluyendo la Iglesia Colgante:
El Cairo y Crucero por el Nilo 8 dias / 7 noches
Viaje a El Cairo y Alejandría 5 Dias / 4 Noches
Tour por El Cairo al Museo Egipcio , La Ciudadel y El Mercado de Khan El Khalili
El museo copto, que tiene la mayor colección de obras de arte y artefactos cristianos coptos del mundo. Fundado en 1910, el museo registra la historia copta desde la llegada del cristianismo en Egipto hasta la era otomana, mostrando una mezcla de obras de arte influenciadas por las tradiciones egipcia, griega, romana, bizantina y otomana.
Hay otras seis iglesias aquí que se remontan a la era cristiana primitiva. La Iglesia Colgante. Más profundo en el Cairo copto hay otras iglesias más antiguas, incluida la Iglesia de San Sergio, que data del siglo V y se construyó en el sitio de una cripta donde la Sagrada Familia (Jesús, María y José) se refugiaban durante su tiempo en egipto La Sinagoga Ben Ezra es la sinagoga más antigua de El Cairo, fundada en el siglo IX en el sitio del Templo de Jeremías .
Si quieres saber más sobre Egipto, puedes leer un libro especial sobre un lugar llamado La Pirámide Arqueológica De Hawara. También podemos hacer juntos un divertido viaje para conocer los lugares más chulos de Egipto.
Discover the Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary
Al-Muallaqa, or the Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary, is well-known in Egypt for its worldwide recognition of its historic and religious significance. Based in the Old Coptic Cairo region, the historically symbolic religious building stands amid the Old Cairo religious district. Here, tourists from all corners of the world come to visit, enchanted by its architecture and historical significance. In the company of Adam, Salah, and Miron the Copt Museums, The Church of the Hanging, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, Abu Serga Church, and the Coptic Museum, bring the ancient and cultural background of Egypt closer to people than any other site.
Among all the related Egypt tour's regular points, visiting the Hanging Communion of St. Mary's Church is a must. Dubbed the "Hanging Church," it was so called because it was built on top of the former two Roman fortress towers; the place associated with the Coptic faith also had a historical significance with it being the first place of the Coptic patriarchal seat. It transitioned from Alexandria, which at that time was rendered uninhabitable, to Al Fustat, where it found a new home. The physical attribute of being a loft is a standing proof of the genius of its developers as well as the strong belief with which they have been keeping it in all these years.
The Roman Fortress of Babylon
The Hanging Church is situated above the relics of the Roman battlements of the Babylon Fortress. The wall was built during the reign of Emperor Trajan, and it was primarily utilized as a defense system around the Red Sea-Nile Canal. Also called the “Castle of Babylon,” this fortress was constructed to defend the eastern gate of Egypt, and even after the Islamic Conquest, it played an important role in Easter fortifications. The term “Babylon’’ is said to have derived from the story of King Senusret of Ancient Egypt, who is believed to have taken some captives from Babylon in a bid to build the stronghold upwards, creating a barrier to ward danger from one of its sides.
The Hanging Church is one of the oldest in Egypt and has been significant in the history of Coptic Cairo. It was built over the remains of a Roman fort with a ceiling that resembles Noah’s Ark. The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph is said to have fled to this part of the city from King Herod. Entering such a place feels like time travel, where one can picture the Holy Family's travels and ponder their thoughts. Add this to the typical visits to places like Luxor, and Aswan, or a sailing trip on the Nile, and you get a memorable experience in Egypt.
The architectural setup of the Hanging Church is indeed very different from any other church. The interior of the church is designed into a wooden structure that is stylized like Noah’s Ark, and the section of the church is divided into four different wings, each of which is enclosed within good-looking marble pillars. Inside there is also a granite tank and a marbled pulpit that is decorated with mosaic works that are all craftsmanship enduring symbols. The walls of the church carry numerous icons from the 15th century, which allow the visitors to appreciate the complexity of Coptic art.
One of the most breathtaking aspects of the church is the wooden lantern screen, which is decorated with many beautiful icons carved crosses, and geometric patterns made of ebony and ivory. The churches contain artwork and architectural styles that depict the traditions of Coptic Cairo that have been used and admired for centuries.
A Journey Through Time and Faith
Visiting the Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary is an invitation to experience the complex history and religious traditions of Egypt. Thus, it is imperative that whenever a Giza Pyramids and Coptic Cairo one-day tour package is available, it should be embraced, for it will enrich one’s experience of the alluring and rare arts in the country. The Hanging Church is guaranteed to enhance your experience of Egypt, as it has both religious teachings and magnificent designs that are appealing ten times more than its spiritual importance alone.
The early hours of the morning or the late hours of the evening: These moments are best to be spent to avoid people and have a better experience. Besides, the lighting settings during these times are more striking and may even enhance the beauty of the church’s interiors. Weekdays Visiting on a weekday can also mean fewer visitors, as more are most likely to come on weekends, especially on Fridays and Sundays.
