Debre Birhan Selassie Church is located in Gondar (City in Ethiopia), Ethiopia. It's address is JF7J+245, Gondar, Ethiopia.
JF7J+245, Gondar, Ethiopia
+251 91 102 1308
Check Time Table for Debre Birhan Selassie Church
Monday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
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Tuesday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
Wednesday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
Thursday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
Friday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
Saturday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
Sunday | 8 AM to 5:30 PM |
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Where is Debre Birhan Selassie Church?
Debre Birhan Selassie Church is located at: JF7J+245, Gondar, Ethiopia.
What is the phone number of Debre Birhan Selassie Church?
You can try to calling this number: +251 91 102 1308
What are the coordinates of Debre Birhan Selassie Church?
Coordinates: 12.6125116, 37.480364
Debre Birhan Selassie Church Reviews
2021-03-09 13:22:25 GMT
Was interesting, unforgettable movement, amazing place and fell to good, peace.
Debire Birhan Selassie Church, meaning 'Trinity and Mountain of Light' is the most famous place of worship in Gondar.
On approach, twelve rounded stone towers - representing the 12 apostles - stand stoically guarding the church, as they have done for centuries.
The 13th tower, the tallest of the bunch, represents the Lion of Judah. Eagle-eyed visitors can see an imprint of the Lion on the top half of the tower.
Originally built in the 17th century by Emperor Eyasu II, the present structure was redeveloped during the 1880s following a raid by marauding Sudanese Dervishes and lightning strike that reduced the original building to rubble.
2018-04-24 22:21:00 GMT
This is a stunning traditional church in Gondar. Externally the church has beautiful stone walls and wooden arched doors. But it is the internal areas that are particularly interesting, with extensive sacred Ethiopian art. This is where you will find the original paintings of angels on the ceiling. You are also likely to see an Ethiopian Orthodox Church priest clothed in white with a hand cross.
2022-10-20 17:33:27 GMT
Amazing experience. We went there on the 7th of the (Silassie celebration day). There were preaching services and songs and hymns troughout the morning. It was lovely. Entrance is 50 birr
2024-02-07 14:25:18 GMT
Debrebirhan Silase church Is located in North Gonder Ethiopia, it's world's heritage site! Built-in 17th century!
2019-04-23 15:42:07 GMT
Lovely church. Be respectful of their customs: shoes off, separate entrances for men and women, no chewing, no flash photography. We went during a service but were allowed to look around the church. Detailed paintings cover all of the walls and ceilings.
2024-01-29 05:58:20 GMT
The most beautiful church and also the paintings realy amazing
2021-01-28 04:23:15 GMT
The most amazing church in Gonder. The paintings on the ceiling are superb.
2020-02-03 08:26:44 GMT
Beautiful paintings and the walk around the church is lovely.
2022-12-24 16:22:50 GMT
Breathtaking historic church from the 1600s E.C
2022-12-28 07:18:49 GMT
Much has been told about the church already. I want to add a point for nature lovers. Please look around the yard and trees- various interesting birds are found!!!
As for example- an owl in high wall small cavern
2021-09-17 04:38:56 GMT
With in this year it will be my 5th time that I visit this church. So every one should do the same.
2023-12-19 17:26:53 GMT
Really, I get a very interesting business and I got best knowledge
2018-09-12 10:28:48 GMT
The church is easily accessible via local transport and is a quiet and beautiful structure with a meticulously painted interior. The paintings on the walls and ceiling were painted by one monk using natural dyes found locally.
The priest at this church is very knowledgeable and kind. I recommend taking an Amharic interpreter in lieu of hiring a guide.
2018-12-12 15:27:25 GMT
Very mice church with beautiful fresco
2018-02-23 03:57:47 GMT
Don't miss this church when you go to Gondar! The ceiling with Angel heads with wings is worth the trip alone, the eyes follow you around. Also great are the paintings, many gruesome ones of saints being tortured and a big devil eating people. Look for the embarrassing painting of the prophet Mohammed being led away on a camel... to Hell!
2017-03-21 14:15:35 GMT
Beautiful church, thatched roof. Amazing paintings inside, angels on the roof. Look out for Satan! Women who are menstruating or had sex the day before visiting are not allowed to enter the church. There is a separate door for each sex. Nice quiet shady area around the church. High walls in the Gondar style. A bit off the beaten track, but within walking distance of the castle and piazza.
2019-03-08 15:34:43 GMT
Actually my Ethiopian trip was a turn off for me but one of the few highlights in my trip was Debre Birhan Selassie Church.
The authenticity was impressive.
Totally worth a visit if you pass or stay in Gondar.
2015-12-23 18:18:18 GMT
Impressive church. Charges for tourists were doubled to 100 Birr (5 USD) Mike sure you hire a guide in town before if you are interested in the history of the church because at the church there are usually no English speaking guides
2019-12-24 15:44:52 GMT
Colorful historic church of the Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity in Gondar. The paintings on the ceiling are superb
2023-01-11 14:09:32 GMT
Beautiful religious with amazing paintings and structures
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About Gondar
City in EthiopiaGondar, also spelled Gonder, is a city and woreda in Ethiopia. Located in the North Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region, Gondar is north of Lake Tana on the Lesser Angereb River and southwest of the Simien Mountains. source
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