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Lalibela Rock-Hewn Churches

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11 medieval churches carved top-down from solid rock in Ethiopia. The Church of St. George is a perfect cruciform cut 12m into the ground. Called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.'

12.0319°, 39.0422°

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Walkthrough videos (2)

Inside Lalibela: The Mysterious Holy SiteInside Lalibela: The Mysterious Holy SiteYouTubeRock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, EthiopiaRock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, EthiopiaYouTube

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