(Keniset Mari Girgis)
The current Church of
Saint George (Keniset Mari Girgis) was originally built
in 684 by Athanasius, who was a wealthy scribe. It was
rebuilt in 1857. It is best known for the Qaa el-Arsan
(wedding chamber), a masterpiece of design and
decoration. This chamber dates from the 4th century and
was reserved for Coptic marriage ceremonies.
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