This atmospheric Greek Orthodox church sits above a sacred cave where the Holy Family allegedly sheltered during their flight from Egypt, making it one of Cairo's most venerated Christian sites with deep historical and religious significance.
“Built over a cave where the Holy Family was said to have stayed the night during their flight from King Herod.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's
"One of the most atmospheric churches in Cairo, this round Greek Orthodox church is actually a reconstruction of a 7th-century church t." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"According to the Bible, this sanctuary was built over the crypt where the holy family took refuge during their flight from Egypt and is thus highly venerated by Christians. " Full review
Independent
"Tarek also shows me, according to legend, the resting place of Jesus and the Virgin Mary during their exile as they fled from King Herod at the Coptic Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus"
Experts' Choice Award 
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Independent
