Monastery of St. Simeon
Anba Hatre Monastery
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
This 7th-century monastery was sacked by Saladin.

📜 Ancient monastery near Aswan, also known as Anba Hatre Monastery.
🔍 Constructed in the 7th century, it's one of Egypt's oldest and best-preserved domed oblong churches.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore well-preserved stone and mud-brick structures
🎨 Admire colorful wall paintings and ancient graffiti
🚶‍♂️ Journey through centuries of devotion and history
♿ Wheelchair accessible

Tips

📍 Located opposite the southern tip of Elephantine Island.
🗓️ Religious festival held annually on December 21st.

Cost

💰 Foreigners: Adults EGP 150, Students EGP 50. Egyptians: Adults EGP 10, Students EGP 5.

Hours

🕒 Daily: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM.

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