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The Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, Ethiopia

Posted on April 15, 2010 by Justin • 7 Comments

Lalibela, initially known as Roha, was the Zagwe dynasty’s capital in the 12th and 13th centuries. After the death of King Lalibela, the ruler credited with the construction of the churches, the town was named after him. In an unusual consensus, scholars and local tradition agree that the churches date from around King Lalibela’s reign … Continue reading →

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