"Famous Churches" Lalibela by flynboxes

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Petra in 3D

Ever been to Petra? While not as large this place reminded me of Petra but with the exception of being able to see things inside the churches ..even with the fleas crawling or bouncing around.

Famous Churches - Lalibela

Read your guide book if you want the history here...keep in mind you may want to hire a guide at the main gate or you may miss something....while the 11 churches can be seen quickly you will have a better time if you slow it up a bit.

Famous Churches - Lalibela

Pros and Cons

Pros:A must see in ET
Cons:The UNESCO construction for now.
In a nutshell:Give this place some time

Last visit to Lalibela: Dec 2007
Intro Written Jan 14, 2008
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See the Churches - Lalibela

See the Churches Things to Do (1)

Aside from the UNESCO construction going on this is what you are here for right? Ok they say this place was built by... more travel advice

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Wander through the village Off The Beaten Path (1)

This place is more or less Mecca for the local Christian population. When you are walking to the Churches you will pass... more travel advice

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Every now and then the locals find out why you should keep your cooking fires away from you house that is made out of... more travel advice

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UNESCO Warnings and Dangers (2)

Not really a danger but hey the roofs of the churches leak when it rains and this is damaging the insides so UNSECO is... more travel advice

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