Explore Ethiopia’s ‘New Jerusalem’ with our expert-guided tours.
Deep in the Ethiopian highlands lies Lalibela, a place where faith, history, and architectural genius converge. This small town is home to 11 medieval churches, each hewn directly from volcanic rock and still used for worship today.
Built in the 12th century by King Lalibela, these churches were designed to be a “New Jerusalem” during the time Christians were unable to travel to the Holy Land. Their layout mimics religious sites in Jerusalem, with trenches and tunnels symbolizing biblical paths.
The most iconic is Bete Giyorgis (Church of St. George)—shaped like a cross and carved top-down from a single rock. Walk through sunken courtyards, discover hidden passageways, and witness pilgrims in white robes chanting prayers at dawn.
Endy Tour Ethiopia offers personalized tours to Lalibela that go beyond the guidebooks. With our local experts, you’ll not only see these sites—you’ll feel their soul.
