There are more than 1000 churches in the Lasta Region of Lalibela. Some churches are hidden caves, while eleven of these master ones are found in Lalibela town, previously known as Roha.<\/p>\n

These eleven churches show brilliant engineering and architecture and are often named as the “Eighth wonder of the world”.<\/p>\n

The Lalibela churches are amazing because of the fact that these towering structures were carved out of the solid, red tuff on which they stand and the location where they are built. Close examination is required to appreciate the full extent of the achievement.Lalibela is a secret marvel that was fashioned by a noble king, and maintains a special and lasting place in the life of the Ethiopian Christians, is clearly established.<\/p>\n

Yemrehanna Kristos Monastery<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yemrehanna Kristos monastery is one of Ethiopia\u2019s best-preserved late-Aksumite buildings, it is a rewarding cave church .This entirely inspiring and slightly unearthly complex sits within a cave roofed by basalt lava flows; the church\u2019s exterior facade, created from alternating wood and stone layers. Yemrehanna Kristos may predate Lalibela\u2019s churches by up to 78 years. Incredibly, the whole church sits on a foundation of carefully laid olive-wood panels, which \u2018float\u2019 it perfectly above the marshy ground. The carving and decoration are exceptional, especially the cruciform windows and the elaborate nave ceiling. Behind the church lies a pile of mummified bodies: some are those of pilgrims who\u2019ve come here to die over the centuries; others are said to be those of the workmen. If you’re in the area on 10 October, the site gathers with pilgrims and is an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n

Asheton Maryam Church<\/strong><\/p>\n

Asheton Maryam monastery is located on the top of Abune Yosef mountain(3150m), this is the monastery where the local priests believe they\u2019re \u2018closer to heaven and God\u2019, and it\u2019s easy to see why, it\u2019s the extraordinary mountain scenery for which you really come. The monastery\u2019s construction is believed to date Lalibela\u2019s and Na\u2019akuto La\u2019ab\u2019s reigns, although local tradition claims it as King Lalibela’s first attempt at church construction.
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