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Monastery information | |
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Other names | Deir Abu Fanah |
Established | 12th century |
Dedicated to | Saint Fana |
Diocese | Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria |
People | |
Important associated figures | Pope Theodosius III of Alexandria Pope Matthew I of Alexandria |
Site | |
Location | Qasr Hur, Minya Governorate |
Country | Egypt |
Coordinates | 28°23′34″N 30°26′36″E / 28.3929°N 30.4432°E |
Public access | Yes |
Website | https://www.qasrhur.com |
The Monastery of Saint Fana is a Coptic Orthodox monastery. It is named after Saint Fana, also known as Bane (c. 354–395), Coptic Christian hermit. The monastery is sometimes called the Monastery of Abu Fanah and is also known as the Monastery of the Cross, due to the presence of many beautifully decorated crosses inside its church.