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Adadi Mariam

Adadi Mariam

About Adadi Mariam

Adadi Mariam is a unique rock-hewn church, believed to have been built by King Lalibela in the 12th century. It is the southernmost of Ethiopia's rock-hewn churches and remains an active place of worship, providing a more intimate and less-visited alternative to Lalibela.

Points of Interest
  • The monolithic church itself
  • Active worship services
  • Nearby Tiya stelae field