Saint Mark's Monastery

Saint Mark's Monastery is a historic Christian monastery located in Cairo, Egypt, serving as the spiritual heart of the Coptic Orthodox Church. It functions as the seat of the Coptic Pope and features a prominent church with beautiful religious art and manuscripts. Established in the 5th century, the monastery is both a place of worship and a safeguard for Coptic culture and traditions. It also houses important religious artifacts, a library with ancient texts, and the tombs of saints. As a symbol of Coptic identity, it attracts pilgrims and visitors interested in Egypt’s Christian heritage.