Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul

Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul Tour

Monasteries of St. Anthony and St. Paul from Hurghada. The entire monastic city is located in the Eastern Desert, where hundreds of pilgrims have come for several centuries!

Excursion to the Monasteries of Saints Anthony and Paul, located in the Wadi el-Natrun desert in northwestern Egypt. They are one of the oldest Christian monasteries and
are of historical and religious value.
The Monastery of St. Anthony is one of the oldest operations in the world. It was founded in the 4th century and is a place of worship for Saints Anthony and Paul. The monastery houses a small church, icon-painting frescoes and a monastery museum where you can learn more about
his stories.
St. Paul’s Monastery, also known as Baramus Monastery, also has a rich history,
dating back to the 4th century. It serves as a refuge for monks and contains many churches,
cells, a library, and a museum. It also contains the place where, according to legend, the Apostle Paul himself lived.
During the excursion, you will be able to walk through the monastery territories, learn about the historical
facts, and get to know the life of monks.