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Abuna Yemata Guh is a monolithic church located in the Hawzen woreda of the Tigray Region, Ethiopia. It is situated at a height of 2,580 metres (8,460 ft) ...

Abune Yemata Church

(100) Place of worship in Ethiopia
Abuna Yemata Guh is a monolithic church located in the Hawzen woreda of the Tigray Region, Ethiopia. It is situated at a height of 2,580 metres and has to be climbed on foot to reach. It is notable for its dome and wall paintings dating back to the 5th century and its architecture.
Address: Megab, Ethiopia
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Sat
Phone: +251 91 300 6834 ⋅ +251 96 353 8135
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Hidden high in the sandstone cliffs of Tigray, Abuna Yemata Guh is considered one of the best preserved monolithic churches in Ethiopia.
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Abuna Yemata Church in Tigray is a must-visit for its stunning location and historical significance. The climb is challenging but rewarding, offering incredible ...
Dec 1, 2019 · Abuna Yemata Guh is one of more than 100 rock-hewn churches in northern Ethiopia, but it's the only one that requires climbing up a 1,000-foot ...
Jan 5, 2024 · Looking for an unforgettable Ethiopia adventure? Here's how to visit the rock-hewn Abuna Yemata Guh church in Tigray.
There's nowhere on earth quite like Abuna Yemata Guh. Although less impressive architecturally than most, the church is spectacularly sited within a cliff…
Sep 30, 2022 · Abuna Yemata Guh is a monolithic church located in the Hawzen woreda of the Tigray Region, Ethiopia. It is situated at a height of 2,580 metres ...