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Lalibela
Lalibela, a
medieval settlement in the Lasta area of Wallo, lies at the centre
of an extensive complex of rock churches. Some can be reached by one
or two hours' drive, others are a full day's journey. Lalibela has
11 remarkable rock-hewn monolithic churches, believed to have been
built by King Lalibela in the late 12th or early 13th Century. These
notable structures are carved, inside and out, into the solid rock,
and are considered to be among the wonders of the world. Each
building is architecturally unique but each reflects beautifully
executed craftsmanship, and several are decorated with fascinating
paintings. These astonishing edifices remain places of living
worship to this day.
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