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Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
Lalibela Rock Church was built around 1000 BC and is known as the "African Miracle". It was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1979. Legend has it that in the 12th century, the seventh king of Ethiopia, Lalibela, received an oracle in a dream: "Build a new city of Jerusalem in Ethiopia and ask to build a church with a single piece of rock". So Lalibela took 24 years to chisel 11 rock churches on the rock plateau at an altitude of 2,600 meters in northern Ethiopia according to the oracle. People call it Lalibela. Since then, Lalibela has become a famous place for Ethiopians. These churches sit in huge deep pits in the rock. The intricately carved churches resemble massive sculptures, hewn from solid rock like the temples of Ellora. Perhaps the most striking of the churches in Lalibela is the Church of Jesus Christ, which is 33 meters long, 23 meters wide and 11 meters high, with intricately carved cornices supported by 34 square columns.Lalibela · 527m from downtown
Tomb of Adam
Lalibela · 581m from downtown
Great Rift Valley
The Great Rift Valley is one of the Earth's geological wonders, stretching across Ethiopia and into the rest of East Africa. The result of the movement of tectonic plates, this rift demonstrates the dynamic forces of our planet. The Rift Valley in Ethiopia attracts many tourists with its diverse natural landscapes and rich ecosystems. In Ethiopia, the Rift Valley region includes several national parks, such as Awash National Park and Abigata-Shala National Park, which are ideal for wildlife and bird watching. Visitors can see flamingos, hippos, and several species of antelope in these parks. Rift Valley lakes such as Lake Awasa and Lake Abi are also popular tourist destinations, known for their unique ecological environment and beautiful lake views. Travelers can easily reach these attractions by road, and it is recommended to rent a four-wheel drive vehicle to cope with some rugged sections. The recommended time to visit is the dry season, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for outdoor activities.Ethiopia · Afar Zone 1
Abune Yosef
Lalibela · 663m from downtown
Bet Uraiel
North Wello · 638m from Lalibela
Blue Nile Falls
The Blue Nile Falls, locally known as Teasset, which means "smoky water", is a well-known waterfall in Africa. A crack 55 meters high, forming a beautiful rainbow. The Blue Nile River is 680 kilometers long. It passes through Lake Tana and then turns sharply down, forming a rush of water.Ethiopia · South Gonder
Simien Mountains National Park
Ethiopia · North Gondar
Northern Stelae Field
The carved stone pillars in the Stone Pillar Group Site are very famous historical sites in Axum. The obelisks in the Stone Pillar Group site have 4 square niches on each side, and the square niches are engraved with symmetrical architectural patterns, which depict the miniatures of ancient imperial palaces. There were originally seven carved stone pillars in the Stone Pillar Group site, but the two higher ones have fallen down, measuring 33 and 24 meters respectively. The latter was once taken away by Italy and returned here in recent years.Ethiopia · Axum
Fasil Ghebbi
Fasil Gaby Castle is located on a hill at an altitude of 2,000 meters and is surrounded by fortified fortifications. In the 16th and 17th centuries it was the residence of the Ethiopian emperor Fasilides and his successors. Castles include palaces, churches, monasteries, baths, and more, all of which are architecturally diverse, reflecting Indian, Arabic, and European influences. From the top of the castle, visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the ancient city, Lake Nata and the famous monastery on the island.Ethiopia · Gondar
Lake Tana
Ethiopia · North Gondar
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Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
Lalibela · 527m from downtownTomb of Adam
Lalibela · 581m from downtownGreat Rift Valley
Ethiopia · Afar Zone 1Abune Yosef
Lalibela · 663m from downtownBet Uraiel
North Wello · 638m from LalibelaBlue Nile Falls
Ethiopia · South GonderSimien Mountains National Park
Ethiopia · North GondarNorthern Stelae Field
Ethiopia · AxumFasil Ghebbi
Ethiopia · GondarLake Tana
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What travelers say about Lalibela
Mamaru EndrisDecember 25, 2023
5.0
The 11 medieval monolithic cave churches of this 13th-century 'New Jerusalem' are situated in a mountainous region in the heart of Ethiopia near a traditional village with circular-shaped dwellings. Lalibela is a high place of Ethiopian Christianity, still today a place of pilmigrage and devotion.
Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela
艾尚旅行记October 25, 2024
5.0
Standing on the edge of the crater, overlooking the bottomless canyon in the rift valley, it seems as if you can see the long history of the earth. The volcanic eruption in the distance makes the whole sky red, giving people the illusion of traveling through time and space.
Great Rift Valley
M33***37March 31, 2020
5.0
The Blue Nile Falls is so beautiful! It's very spectacular! It's worth seeing!
Blue Nile Falls
_TI***upMarch 6, 2023
5.0
fantastic Please, To see birds,hippoes, pelicans. The Amaising Thing Here Is The Separation Place Of Lake Tana And BlueNile Rever.
Lake Tana
