HOME TO THE CHURCH OF THE VIRGIN

Located near Asyut, this is an especially significant Coptic location; it is home to three churches. One of which - Church of Al-Adhra (Church of the Virgin) - is the first ever consecrated Christian church.
Deir Al Muharraq translates into the "Burnt Monastery" due to damages it sustained during raids by invaders; it is one of the holiest Christian sites in Egypt as it is believed that the holy family stayed in a cave here for over six months as they fled through the land of the Pharaohs.
This monastery is a sanctified and peaceful place. Every year, for one week in August, it is home to a feast attended by masses of pilgrims.
From Cairo, you can get to Asyut by train (4/5 hour trip) or by a private taxi