Ethiopia's Mysterious Rock-Hewn Churches
11 Churches built by three angels and a king from the ground down. The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela are some of the most impressive structure in the whole world, filled with history and mysteries.
During this trip, we stayed in one of Sora Lodge's treehouse which was small but very fun and cozy with a stunning view of the rolling hills and villages around.
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The visit of the Lalibela churches themselves was an unbelievable experience. No matter how many photos you have seen about them, there is nothing better than seeing them with your own eyes. The details and sheer size of those Orthodox churches in addition of the different drainage systems and tunnels are truly impressive. Visiting the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela is an adventure on its own!
Here are all the churches we visited and explored during this tour in Lalibela which are divided in two main groups as listed by the UNESCO World Heritage.
To the north of the river Jordan: Biete Medhani Alem (House of the Saviour of the World), Biete Mariam (House of Mary), Biete Maskal (House of the Cross), Biete Denagel (House of Virgins) and Biete Golgotha Mikael (House of Golgotha Mikael).
To the south of the river, Biete Amanuel (House of Emmanuel), Biete Qeddus Mercoreus (House of St. Mercoreos), Biete Abba Libanos (House of Abbot Libanos), Biete Gabriel Raphael (House of Gabriel Raphael) and Biete Lehem (House of Holy Bread). The eleventh church, Biete Ghiorgis (House of St. George), is isolated from the others, but connected by a system of trenches.
Also, don't forget to take the time to visit Yemrehana Krestos Church. It is a very unique location and the fact that everything was built inside a cave is quite fascinating.
Finally, have a least one meal at Ben Abeba restaurant, ideally for dinner so you too can enjoy the view and a beautiful sunset!
Just in case you are looking for an amazing guide to take you around these amazing churches, this was our guy and he was amazing.
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Chapters:
0:00 This is Lalibela
0:40 Tree House Hotel
2:18 We Found a Cave
3:37 Food With a View at Ben Abeba
6:01 Morning Procession
7:25 Visiting The Rock-Hewn Churches
11:50 Lalibela Outdoor Market
13:36 Ethiopian Lunch
14:11 Churches and Tunnels
16:21 Our Thoughts About The Churches of Lalibela
18:08 The Cave Church Yemrehana Krestos
20:32 Trying Korofe For The First Time
21:26 Our Review of Lalibela
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