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By Ben Sumner
  • Few outside of Ethiopia have even heard of the town of Lalibela, which for years was known as Roha and was the capital of the Zagwe dynasty during the 10th to the mid-13th centuries.
  • There are a dozen churches. You must remove your shoes before entering.
  • Many of the churches were built in honor of biblical figures, while others were dedicated to Ethiopian saints and prominent figures.
  • Each church has unique architectural styles and most are decorated with colorful religious artwork. They contain replicas of the Holy of Holies—the Ark of the Covenant—though no one can view these.

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Dessie Combolcha Airport 89.9 map
Addis Ababa Bole Airport 212.7 map
Dire Dawa Aba Tenna D Yilma Airport 264.0 map

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3 Bedroom VACATION HOME in GOBA, ETHIOPIA

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Sleeps: 8
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