Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela

The rock hewn churches of Lalibela is the most wonderfully tourist destinations in Ethiopia, it's mainly celebrated in Christmas!

Despite the awe-inspiring nature of the Rock-Hewn Churches in Lalibela, which is considered one of the six wonders of the world, I must express my deep disappointment with my personal experience there. As an Ethiopian myself, it was disheartening to encounter such unprofessional and concerning behavior from the local guides. I strongly believe that both the local and federal government should collaborate to establish a transparent and standardized pricing system, clearly displayed in front of each hotel in the vicinity of this area. It is disheartening to witness individuals who should be ambassadors of their heritage instead exhibiting cunning, calculated, and overall disappointing conduct.

A wonderful experience!! It was my second time in Ethiopia and first time at Lalibelas rock hewn churches . A ticket cost is two thousand five hundred birr , and valid for 5 days . And I was lucky enough to attend a priest and monks service on Easter eve !!! It’s happening only once an a year so guys don’t miss this celebration of Easter or it’s can be also epic celebration during Ethiopian Christmas time . The vibe is awesome , and it unique in the same time only in Ethiopia.

These rock cut churches are amazing and the most holiest place in Ethopia. There are 11 of these kind of churches hewn from solid rock. All of them are arranged in two groups and are connected with passageways 11 meters (36 feet) deep. The largest church, the house of Medhane, stands at a height of 10 meters (33 feet), and is 33 meters (108 feet) long and 22 meters (72 feet) wide. It is a very interesting place to visit.

11th century churches of Lalibela and also the 2nd Jerusalem for orhdox Christian people's are the most important place for Pligerimage travelers

The eleven Rock-hewn Churches of Lalibela are monolithic churches located in the Western Ethiopian Highlands near the town of Lalibela, named after the late-12th and early-13th century King Gebre Mesqel Lalibela of the Zagwe dynasty, who commissioned the massive building project of 11 rock-hewn churches to recreate the holy city of Jerusalem in his own kingdom. The site remains in use by the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Church to this day, and it remains an important place of pilgrimage for Ethiopian Orthodox worshipers.[1] It took 24 years to build all the 11 rock hewn churches.
According to local tradition, Lalibela (traditionally known as Roha) was founded by an Agew family called the Zagwa or Zagwe in 1137 AD.[2] The churches are said to have been built during the Zagwe dynasty, under the rule of King Gebre Mesqel Lalibela[3] (r. ca. 1181–1221 AD),[4] although it is more likely that they evolved into their current form over the course of several phases of construction and alteration of preexisting structures.[5]

The site of the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela was first included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978.[6]

Mesmerizing St. George chruch. The details are in the people and artwork.
Should be one of the wonders of the world.! A must see.

Lalibela,yhe second Jerusalem or African Jerusalem is know for its 12thc AD rock churches while it was serving as a capital.
There are more than 12 churches and many around the vicinity.

It is a very wonderful historical and spiritual place.
Visit💚💛❤

Men,where do i start?what a Historical,Holy,Magnificent,Mind Bottling Place to be in.so proud to be an Ethiopian(African).Can't believe it was taken 10 Years Ago.

Unbelievable heritage

🚨BE WARY OF THE PEOPLE THERE!
There will be corrupted guides or greedy locals who ask you to pay for your camera (mobile camera not included). Ensure you pay the camera fee (300 Birr) at the entrance and have it WRITTEN 📝 on your entrance ticket, which is valid for 5 days

This place is nice and wonderful. A great sight. However, 99% of the people there are not good. They appear friendly but it all comes at a cost. They'll ask for money in the end. Be on your guard when you visit.

Entry ticket costs 50 USD. If you paying Birr, they'll calculate by 50 USD multiplied by the current USD to Birr exchange rate.

Need not to describe how amazing this place is

Incredible 11 Historical Churches in Lalibela

Amazing place...A Must!!!!!! A World's Wonder !!!!

Orthodox Christian churches carved from solid rock in the mountains of Ethiopia.

The 11 rock churches at Lalibela in the Amhara district of northern Ethiopia were probably built by King Gebre Meskel Lalibela, after whom the town is named. A member of the Zagwe dynasty, he ruled this mountainous area of Ethiopia about 900 years ago. A devout Christian of the Ethiopian Orthodox faith, he is said to have created the churches in response to the fall of Jerusalem to a Muslim army in 1187, intending the complex as a recreation of the holy city.

Exceptional technique.
Each of the churches was made by chiseling away soft, reddish volcanic rock to isolate a rectangular block. The workers then cut inward, hollowing the block to form a room inside. The largest church, Bete Medhane Alem, has rows of outer columns like a Greek temple. Bete Gyorgis, the best preserved, is in the shape of a cross. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978, the churches are a living place of pilgrimage visited by thousands of worshippers each day.

A place with ancient history and creativity!!!

Lalibela is a town in the Amhara region of northern Ethiopia. It's known for its distinctive rock-cut churches dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, which are pilgrimage sites for Coptic Christians. Carved out of rock, the subterranean monoliths include huge Bete Medhane Alem, and cross-shaped Bete Giyorgis.

When I go to lalibela I always feel proud!
lalibela is the home of wonderful rock hewn churches, spectacular locations, beautiful culture and hospitable people.

3. Lalibela (the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela)
- is believed to be constructed by king Lalibela
- is the excavation of tall free-standing monolithic structures
- Out of the 11 rock hewn churches 4 are completely free-standing, attached only to the surrounding rock by their bases.
- traditionally, told that the angels helped the construction and excavation of the church
- The churches get assembled in three groups: The Northern Group (e.g. Biete Medhane Alem- believed to be the largest monolithic church in the world), The Western Group (e.g. Biete Giyorgis- the best known of the monolithic churches) and The Eastern Group (e.g. Biete Qeddus Mercoreus, which mighht be a former prison).
- Registered in 1978