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ቤተ-ጊዪርጊስ /Bete Giorghis
Saint George Church is the most beautiful church in Lalibela,it can be recognised instantly from its perfect cross shape that can be seen from gate. Thanks to its two-meter thick rock ceiling, this particular church has miraculously withstood centuries of environmental wear and tear. It is the only church that is not covered by a tarp (from UNESCO). This impressive monolithic church (lone-standing) was the last church to be built in the area. Despite an impressive architecture, the church’s interior is quite humble, sporting an altar, a few paintings and a prayer hall. Its interior measures 12m by 12m, with a height of 13m.
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