The Hanging Monastery of Saint Mina, Abnub-Assiut
The Hanging Monastery of Saint Mina, also known as the Monastery of Abnub, is an an ancient monastery located in the village of Abnub, Assiut Governorate, Egypt.
This monastery is one of the most important Christian monuments in Egypt and is considered a significant This monastery is considered a significant center of Christian heritage in the country.
According to Christian tradition, the Hanging Monastery of Saint Mina is believed to have been built in the fourth century AD, during the period when Egypt was under the rule of the Roman Emperor Theodosius I.
The monastery contains numerous ancient relics and artifacts commemorating the Holy Family’s journey to Egypt, including icons, sculptures, and mosaics.
Implementation plan:
– Upgrading the monastery buildings, renovating the restrooms.
– Installing an elevator to facilitate the ascent of tourists and visitors to the cave and the archaeological area adjacent to the mountain.
challenges:
– Paving the road to the monastery, as it is unpaved.
– Procedures, permits, and facilities needed to implement the required plan with all relevant authorities
Financial and social returns:
— Promote tourism in this area, which the Holy Family passed through on their way to the Monastery of Al-Muharraq.
— Employ local workers.
–Attract foreign currency and positioning Egypt on the path to global religious tourism
Estimated cost:
150 million pounds
