Ethiopia: Lalibela – Saint George Church

This one is the most spectacular of all the Lalibela churches and it stands completely separate and alone. All the 11 Lalibela Churches and this one in particular have been called the 8th Wonder of The World and are deservedly a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This church is truly magnificent – carved out into a crucifix form deep inside the rock – it looks stunning from both above and below as well as from inside. It is completely cut out from the surrounding rock and is just anchored at the bottom. It looks particularly awe-inspiring at sunset.
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