Saint George Church is truly the highlight of Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, and seeing it in person was just awe-inspiring. The way it’s carved perfectly into the rock in the shape of a cross is almost hard to believe. I was lucky to visit when it wasn’t too crowded, which made the experience even more special—calm, peaceful, and almost surreal ⛪️ it’s so much worth a visit!

Amazing and interesting facts we learn from our guide . Now I know everything in Ethiopia has a meaning related to religion . Even we go at sunrise to the church with locals which are celebrating St.George day. Lalibela is magic . Worth it every penny to go and visit that special place especially for Ethiopians .

I almost never write reviews, but for all the work Daniel has done, this is the least I can do for him. When I was choosing Ethiopia, I found quite a few travel agencies to whom I wrote a list of places I wanted to visit. And Daniel was the only one who described in great detail all the places to visit and why they should be visited; approached our desires individually; did not offer trivial tourist routes; and told us about some subtleties that no one else told us about. Daniel completely freed us from any worries about moving around the country, always controlled the situation and resolved any difficulties that arose or our desires. For our trip, Daniel selected an incredible team, to whom we are also very grateful. In each region, we were met by local guides who provided us with a sense of safety, knew everything and organized colorful routes for us, thanks to which we were able to see the unique beauty of Ethiopia. In each tribe we were met by a local guide who knew everyone there, which allowed us to delve into the life and culture of the tribes. One of the main desires was to attend the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, and Daniel advised us to celebrate this holiday not in the capital, but in Lalibela. And we believe that his suggestion was 100% correct. The spectacle was very impressive, we are very glad that we were able to be here. He knew the best places to stand to really enjoy the festival in honor of the holiday, and also personally conducted 2 days of excursions to the temples of the city, told in detail and showed unique places. Thanks to Daniel, we traveled all over Ethiopia (Turmi, Jinka, Abra Minch, Lalibela, Addis-Ababa, Danakil Depression and Simien Mountains), visited the most amazing and unique places on the planet, saw things we couldn't even dream of, lived in the most beautiful places, experienced a whole kaleidoscope of emotions and received an incredible number of the warmest and most unforgettable emotions and impressions. Because of this, we fell in love with Africa and now dream of visiting more than one country. The only thing I regret is that Daniel only works in Ethiopia.

Excellent to go at 8am because it is empty. Alternatively Sunday it is packed with locals in beautiful church clothes. If you arrive at 2pm you will have toke to see everything but closes sharply at 5pm no exceptions. Be mindful in Christendom this is one of the holiest places far more Holy than many things in Rome says a Catholic!

So we only ate at the restaurant and did not stay at the hotel just to clarify. The food was exquisite, the service was Immaculate and the timing of our meal was everything. We arrived before sunset and were able to see the most breathtaking sunset I've ever seen. The food is diverse and includes Ethiopian favorites alongside some international cuisine. Make sure to try the crepes with banana and honey. Simply to die for. When you're in Lalibela, be certain to dine at this location even if you choose not to stay at the hotel.

Delicious Affordable View is amazing My wife and I ate here twice during our visit to Lalibela. It's a wonderful restaurant with international and local food. I loved the "Fasting Vegetarian" plate specially and my wife enjoyed the mango 🥭 and papaya smoothie 🥤.

Our guide from the churches brought us here when we told him we didn’t like tourist restaurants and wanted to eat where locals do. The food was excellent - we got 2 plates with different vegetarian dishes and injira, one spicy, one not. They were happy to bring more of any thing we liked. Bathroom was a bit dodgy, but food was good.

This cave church built before 1000 years ago by King Yemrehane with marvilous architecture concept.you want to see place get ready for almost 2km stair to walk until the cave entrance. After you visit the church you should try the local food callef"dikus" made of hot pepper.

Very undervisited part of complex. It is very small but usually friendly priest here who speaks English and can tell you about the art inside (depicting the Lalibela kings and biblical scenes).

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(Translated by Google) Suggestive church (Original) Chiesa suggestiva

Abune Yoseph Mountain is near Lalibela, Ethiopia. It is the third highest peak in Ethiopia. We made a day trip from Lalibela to Abune Yoseph Mountain. We enjoyed unbelievably fantastic views along the way to and from the top. We also saw a group of Gelada Baboons. The trek to the peak needs some steep walking. Enjoy an excursion from Lalibela to Abune Yoseph with a total driving distance of about 130 km.

An absolute delight. “This is your home in Lalibella” was the owners response when I asked permission to film the coffee ceremony. The food, cooked from scratch, was delicious and terrific value for money. The owner and her family (including the cutest tots who are curious and keen to play) and so kind and welcoming. Don’t miss the chance to eat here if you’re staying in town.

The series of churches brings wonder to your mind on how people could have devised and organized such construction hundreds of years ago with a chisel and hammer. The size is astonishing.

(Translated by Google) Positioned between the most important Bet Amanuel and Bete Belgios, it presents itself as a structure completely dug into the rock but with much smaller dimensions. The visual effect is picturesque and characteristic and also has the advantage of not being covered by one of the hideous metal roofs that have degraded the entire site. My companion tells me that thirty years ago it was completely different... (Original) Posizionata tra le più importanti Bet Amanuel e Bete Libanos si presenta come una struttura completamente scavata nella roccia ma con dimensioni ben più ridotte. L'effetto visivo è pittoresco e caratteristico e ha inoltre il vantaggio di non essere coperta da una delle orrende coperture in metallo che hanno dequalificato tutto il sito. Il mio accompagnatore mi dice che trent'anni fa era tutta un'altra cosa...

Definitely worth the visit - it’s a site to behold !

Really its an interesting and surprised having historical relationship with the original place. Christian tradition generally places the tomb of Adam in Jerusalem under the place where Jesus was crucified, called the "Cave of Treasures". Lalibela is just considered as the the second Jerusalem and also include the tomb of adam. I observe the place during my visit to the place.

Lalibela Eco Tours provided an unforgettable experience in Ethiopia. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate

Definitely worth popping into before our after seeing the churches. The small museum here had friendly staff. It costs 30 birr and has two large rooms with displays and information panels. Most of the text is in English with some French and Amharic too. Only takes about 15-20 minutes to have a look through.

When you’re visiting Lalibela, Alem Restaurant is an absolute must. On several days during my visit I went to this restaurant. Alem is family-run and offers not only delicious, quality food but also a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. If you’re in Lalibela, don’t miss the chance to eat here. Highly recommended.

Be here for positive, tasty and healthy food 🙌 This place is clean and the couple who run the place have a real passion for cooking and wellness 🍲🌴🙏 I would say it's a mix between ethiopian traditional and detox food. It will give you a rest and energy. It's love.

Best place if you can I recommend hike to mountain it has best view

Sora Lodge is one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed. The room I was staying was beautifully decorated and the views from the balcony was amazing.The restaurant is located at the edge of the hill and it has breathtaking views. The food was great and most of all the sunset was unforgettable. Both the price of the room and the food was very fordable. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. To visit Lalibela was very peaceful and relaxing.

We’ve dined at this restaurant three times, and each visit has been a wonderful experience. The waiters and waitresses are always friendly, making us feel warmly welcomed from the moment we arrive. The food is consistently fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. While waiting for our meals, they treat us to handmade bread accompanied by mouthwatering sauces, which is a delightful start. We’ve made it a tradition to order one lamb dish and one fish dish each time. The grilled fish is incredibly fresh, and paired with crispy potatoes, it’s a perfect combination. The lamb is tender and full of flavour, cooked to perfection every time. One of the highlights of our visits was when the waiter offered us the chance to smell freshly roasted Ethiopian coffee beans, still warm. The aroma was incredible, adding an authentic local touch to our dining experience. Every time we leave, we do so with full bellies and happy hearts.