Coptic Christian landmark church restored in Cairo The restoration of one of Egypts oldest Coptic Christian churches, the Virgin Mary church in Cairo, has been completed after 16 years. Also known as the Hanging Church because it is seated above a 2nd Century Roman fortress, it was home to the Coptic pope until the 13th Century. Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab and Coptic Pope Tawadros II attended the opening ceremony at the church. bbc/news/world-middle-east-29584656
Posted on: Sun, 12 Oct 2014 20:22:06 +0000