Lalibela
Ethiopia
- Safety rating
- 6/10
- Best time to visit
- The dry season from October to March is ideal; visit around Genna (Ethiopian Christmas) in January for spectacular pilgrimages.
- Population
- 0.0M
Overview
This highland pilgrimage town is famed for its eleven medieval churches carved entirely down into solid rock, a UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece. White-robed pilgrims and ancient Orthodox rituals give Lalibela an almost otherworldly, sacred atmosphere.
Top attractions
The monolithic Church of St. George (Bete Giyorgis) and the interconnected northern and southern church clusters are the unmissable highlights.
Getting around
The rock churches are explored on foot, while tuk-tuks (bajaj) link the scattered hilltop town.