Ancient Egyptian Monastery Closed and Christmas Canceled


Coptic Solidarity Local authorities decided to close down the Saint Catherine Monastery in the Sinai Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on January 5 and January 6, when Christmas church services are held according to the Coptic Orthodox calendar.   The general directorate of tourist police further ordered all tourist companies not to lead tours to […]

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