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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) ...
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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: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: +251 91 300 6834 ⋅ +251 96 353 8135
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Jul 24, 2018 · If churches were assessed by their risk factor, Abuna Yemata Guh would be our new Sistine ...
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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.
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 ...
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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 ...
Jan 5, 2024 · Looking for an unforgettable Ethiopia adventure? Here's how to visit the rock-hewn Abuna Yemata Guh church in Tigray.
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 ...
The church at Abuna Yemata Guh is pure-play rock-hewn. Almost a part of the mountains of the Hawzen Woreda it blends with the vertical rock spire in the rugged ...