Spend a few days exploring the crown jewel of Ethiopia’s historic north: the famous medieval rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.

Dubbed Ethiopia’s ‘New Jerusalem’, Lalibela is a magical place, steeped in history, natural beauty and culture. There are 11 monolithic churches to explore in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Pilgrims and worshippers still journey to Lalibela today, especially during feasts in the Ethiopian Christian calendar. As we slowly uncover each church, there’s time to appreciate their extraordinary beauty and craftsmanship and make sense of their vast cultural significance.