You will have photos to back up your stories of Lalibela’s majesty. Lalibela is initially known as Roha which was the capital of zagwe dynasty in the 12th century AD. After the death of King Lalibela, the ruler credited with the construction of those 11 (eleven) magnificent medieval Rock-Hewn churches, because of this the town was named after him.

Now a World Heritage Site these monolithic and semi-monolithic churches are complete with carved doors, windows, arches, rooms and interior decoration. The effect is stunningly dramatic. They are the outcome of a major sculpturing exercise.
Ruth Plant, architect, said, “The craftsmen who formed them were as inventive as those who built Europe’s medieval cathedrals. The rock-hewn churches were cut from the roof down – they could not afford mistakes. Not one!”

Indeed, the elaborately shaped, intricately designed buildings are a delight to both tourists and archaeologists and a visit here during one of the special religious festivals can only add to the very unique experience that Lalibela offers.