Why Lalibela?
It is a tourist site for its famous rock-cut monolithic churches.
Lalibela is a town in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia. Located in the Lasta district and North Wollo Zone, it is a tourist site for its famous rock-cut monolithic churches designed in contrast to the earlier monolithic churches in Ethiopia The whole of Lalibela is a large and important site for the antiquity, medieval, and post-medieval civilization of Ethiopia.To Christians, Lalibela is one of Ethiopia's holiest cities, and a center of pilgrimage.
There is some controversy as to when some of the churches were constructed. According to local tradition, in Ethiopia prior to his accession to the throne, Gebre Meskel Lalibela was guided by Christ on a tour of Jerusalem, and instructed to build a second Jerusalem in Ethiopia
hotels
My favorite hotel in Lalibela
Panoramic View Hotel
Panoramic View Hotel offers luxury accommodations with clean and comfortable rooms at affordable rates. Guests can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape from their private balconies.
Address:
P.O. Box 18, Lalibela, Ethiopia
What I like about it
Perched atop Lalibela Mountain, Panoramic View Hotel offers guests breathtaking vistas of the Ethiopian highlands. Each room is designed to provide comfort, complemented by the mesmerizing landscapes visible from private balconies.
Maribela Hotel
Maribela Hotel offers traditional values with international standards. Guests can enjoy comfortable accommodations with beautiful views of the Lalibela mountains.
Address:
R80, Lalibela, Ethiopia
What I like about it
Maribela Hotel seamlessly blends traditional Ethiopian architecture with modern amenities. Inspired by Lalibela's iconic rock-carved churches, the hotel provides spacious rooms, each with a terrace offering panoramic views of the highlands.
Sora Lodge Lalibela hotel
Sora Lodge Lalibela is a highly-rated hotel offering comfortable accommodations with excellent hospitality. Guests can enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding area.
Address:
Lalibela, Ethiopia
What I like about it
Situated within walking distance of Lalibela's historic churches, the lodge offers traditional tukul-style accommodations amidst lush gardens. Guests can savor local and international dishes at the restaurant while enjoying expansive views of the surrounding valleys.