Monolithic church in Hawzen woreda, Tigray Region, Ethiopia. Situated at an altitude of 2,580 meters, approximately 200 meters above the surrounding terrain.
🧗 Experience a thrilling and dangerous ascent to a unique church
🎨 Admire well-preserved 15th-century frescoes and religious imagery inside
⛪ Discover a unique rock-hewn architectural masterpiece from the 6th century
🌄 Enjoy gorgeous panoramic valley views from the towering sandstone pinnacle
⚠️ Requires an extremely difficult and hazardous climb with 650-foot drops
🚫 Not suitable for individuals with fear of heights, vertigo, or limited mobility
👶 Ethiopian parents bring babies for baptism, highlighting the church's sacredness.
⏳ The ascent to the church typically takes about 45 minutes.
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