states: [egypt]
category: cultural
year: 1979
location: Mariut desert, District of Burg al-Arab, Gouvernate of Al Iskandariyah (Alexandria)
region: Arab States
latitude/longitude: 30.8358333333, 29.6666666700
Abu Mena, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Egypt, is an early Christian pilgrimage center from the 4th century, featuring ruins of a basilica, monastery, and baptistery. Built over the tomb of Saint Menas, its intricate remains reflect the rise of Coptic Christianity. This archaeological site offers a glimpse into Egypt’s religious past.
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