Not to be missed. It is close to the Citadel and City of the Dead but not on typical tourist itineraries. The carvings of biblical stories and the presence of such as large worship space is quite striking. The way to the Cave Church takes you through the Garbage City and gives you opportunity to realize how a city as big as Cairo functions.

Of all the things I saw in Cairo, including the pyramids, this was the best. Way up in the hills, away from the city, stands the majestic and highly unexpected place of worship. The church is truly beautiful and so unique with Bible verses etched into the rock in different areas. It's free to enter and a really peaceful place to visit.

My hired driver had to stop 3 times at the Garbage City to ask for directions to this attraction. At the entrance, the Guard asked for the license and another ID from my driver. They were returned to him on our way out. The church is small. There are carvings on some outside walls, has ampitheater kind of seating arrangements, and a small altar. Note that along the way to the bottom of the church are pictures on the walls. One of these pictures includes that of Saint Mother Theresa. Garbage City: Note that one passes this place on the way to this attraction. This is where collected thrash are packed and prepared for shipping somewhere. Streets are vey narrow, dirty, and dusty here.

A unique and beautiful place, there are actually 3 churches in this place. I loved the cave church, It's breathtaking. However, It's not easy to reach as it lies in a very poor neighborhood. I highly recommend not taking any photos on your way to the church, as this won't be well tolerated by the residents. Also, if you can go there with someone local it'd be much safer. At the end, the place is worth visiting and the church itself is very safe.