Introducing Lalibela
An ancient world, including 11 magnificent, medieval, rock-hewn churches, dimly lit passageways, hidden crypts and grottoes, was carved into the red volcanic rock underlying this remote Ethiopian town almost a millennia ago by the Zagwe dynasty. Today that world remains, frozen in stone.
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Lalibela, a World Heritage site, undoubtedly ranks among the greatest religious-historical sites in the Christian world.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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