Bete Medhane Alem

Church · Semen Wello

Bete Medhane Alem

Church · Semen Wello
22MV+FG7, Lalibela, Ethiopia

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Bete Medhane Alem by null
Bete Medhane Alem by null
Bete Medhane Alem by null
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Highlights

Largest rock-hewn church, impressive size, holy cross  

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wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance

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Oct 25, 2025

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Sean Howell

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Excellent to go at 8am because it is empty. Alternatively Sunday it is packed with locals in beautiful church clothes. If you arrive at 2pm you will have toke to see everything but closes sharply at 5pm no exceptions. Be mindful in Christendom this is one of the holiest places far more Holy than many things in Rome says a Catholic!

Des P

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A beautiful site - definitely worth the visit

Michal Krempasky

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Amazing place. Sunday morning ceremony was crowded but amazing. Amen 🙏🏽

Mulugeta Workye

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One of the largest rock hewn church of Lalibela, in this church you will find the holy cross of King Lalibela named Afro Ayigeba

Maricha MartinezSosa

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Fantastic structure, it was the first stop in our visit to Lalibela and its gigantic walls and columns caused a memorable and possitive impression. The light is beautiful in the afternoon, making the stone change colors as the sun changes position.

John Graham

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The first and largest church on the tour. There is a fantastic 7 kg solid gold cross that is rarely brought out, it was stolen once. There are also the 'graves' of the patriarchs. Abraham, Jacob and Joseph. You can ask about how you can test whether you are with sin or not.

Recadina Webi

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Its good to go with a tour guide to appreciate the history of the church

Achmad Rachman Mardika

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Lalibela is one of a must visit place when you visiting Ethiopia. One hour flight from Addis Ababa and it can be done on 24 hours trip. Bring Guide and prepare USD 50 for the entrance fee. It's worth to visit for lifetime experience.