Lalibela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its stunning rock-hewn churches, carved into the rock in the 12th and 13th centuries. Once the capital of the Aksumite Kingdom, it remains a major center of Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. The town is famous for its pilgrimage sites, especially St. George’s Church (Bete Giyorgis), and vibrant religious festivals like Timket and Easter, drawing visitors to experience its rich spiritual and architectural heritage.
