Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church
Religious Site Ancient Coptic church in Old Cairo's Christian quarter
In Coptic Cairo, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga) sits within the old Babylon fortress area; visitors come for Coptic frescoes and the tradition that the Holy Family rested there.
Tips for Visiting Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church #
- Combine your visit with the other Coptic sites in Old Cairo (the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra) since they are very close together and can be seen on a single walking loop.
- Go early in the morning to avoid tour-group rushes and to have time to speak with custodians about the church's small crypt and the traditions linking it to the Holy Family.
- Respect Coptic service times and modest-dress expectations - if a service is underway you may need to wait or observe from the back, so check schedules at the gate.
Best Time to Visit Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church #
Best visited in the cooler months (October-April) when temperatures are milder and walking between sites is more comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church #
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
