Lalibela is one of the holiest cities in Ethiopia, and is home to a series of 11 monolithic rock-hewn churches, dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. These awe-inspiring structures were carved out of solid rock, and are thought to have been built by angels. The most famous is the Church of Saint George, which is said to have been the final resting place of the biblical Queen of Sheba. Lalibela is a popular pilgrimage site, and the faithful come from all over the world to visit its churches.
Average temperatures during the day in Lalibela.