20050501 ETHIOPIA- Lalibela

 

 

20050501 ETHIOPIA - Lalibela

Also known as Africa's Petra, Lalibela and its rock-hewn churches are arguably Ethiopia's top attraction. Impressive! Lalibela is set on highland, climate is good and the sceneries are fascinating. Many churches scattered around, it is absolutely worthwhile to visit this town.

 

Bet Medhane Alem, tourists are advised to wear thick socks why entering all churches for flea sake This is plain rock, imagine the volume removed. The rooms are the caves dug into the wall Orthodox priest The holy cross shaped Bet Giyorgis or St. George is the most famous church. The whole piece is dug into the ground Amazing architecture Lalibela is situated on highland Priest displaying the holy bible

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