πͺπΉ Ethiopia's Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches βοΈβ°οΈ
π Itinerary D1: Addis Ababa βοΈ Lalibela (visit 3hrs from 2PM) D2: Lalibela βοΈ Addis (2hr morning tour, fly back at noon) π Extend for hiking to mountain churches! β¨ Key Highlights "8th Wonder of the World" π (UNESCO World Heritage since 1978) "New Jerusalem": Active pilgrimage site with 11 monolithic churches carved from volcanic rock (12th century, 2,600m altitude). Engineering Marvel: 5,000 artisans | 24-30 years to complete Carved downward 12-15m into rockβno adhesive used! St. George Church (Biet Ghiorgis): Iconic cross-shaped masterpiece βοΈ π½οΈ Food & Stay Kana Restaurant: Locals' top pick! Delicious & affordable. Old Abyssinia Lodge: Volcanic stone rooms with epic views π Vintage vibes + antique collections #Lalibela #Ethiopia #WorldHeritage #RockChurches #AfricaTravel #OffTheBeatenPath β¨