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half-day Saint Simon monastery and miracle of Moqqatam mountain
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half-day Saint Simon monastery and miracle of Moqqatam mountain

By Hesham Egypt Tour Guide
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Saint Simon the Tanner (St. Sama'an, in Arabic) lived towards the end of the tenth Century when Egypt was ruled by the Fatimid Caliph, Al- Muizz and Anba Abram was the Coptic Pope. At the time, the Copts (Christians) in Egypt were engaged in handicrafts. St Simon worked in one of the crafts widespread in Babylon (Old Cairo) which was tanning, a craft still known there till this day
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Ages 1-80
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: Arabic, English, Spanish
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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entry/Admission - Cave Church
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • all cairo and giza hotels
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
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        • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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          Saint Simon the Tanner (St. Sama'an, in Arabic) lived towards the end of the tenth Century when Egypt was ruled by the Fatimid Caliph, Al- Muizz and Anba Abram was the Coptic Pope. The Monastery, located on the opposite side of the road leading to the Citadel contains seven Churches and Chapels hidden in a series of caves in the Mokattam (Muqattam) hills. Reaching the monastery is quiet a difficult approach. Amazingly, the people there will point you in the right direction knowing your destination without even been asked. According to Coptic sayings, the Caliph Al Muizz, an enlightened man, was fond of literacy gatherings and inviting different religious leaders to debate in his presence with neither anger nor contention. The Caliph saw in this an opportunity to remove the mountain that was spoiling his view. At the same time,
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        Feb 2020 • Business
        We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It is a unique experience in Cairo and definitely worth it to see for yourself. Theresa was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cairo.
        Written 29 February 2020
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        Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always hesham Egypt tour guide
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        Very interesting, in a safe environment. Theresa was great company and very knowledgeable about old Cairo.
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        Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Please Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always hesham Egypt tour guide
        Written 8 January 2020
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