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Helping Preserving the Coptic Architectural Heritage
The Tribune
Not often required
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Behind the Altar and around the eastern wall of the Sanctuary lies the 'Tribune'.
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It is often made of marble or stone and consists of seven semi-circular steps.
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Typical examples are the ancient Church of St. Menas in Marriout, near Alexandria, and the Churches of Old Cairo: the Suspended Church, Abu-Serga, Abu-Sefein and St. Barbara.
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